Morley Primary School
URN: 112595 • Ilkeston DE7 6DF
Overview
- Name
- Morley Primary School
- URN
- 112595
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 68.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anthony Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Main Road, Ilkeston DE7 6DF
Summary
Morley Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 82 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 70. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, encapsulated in its ethos known as "The Morley Feeling," which emphasizes togetherness, love, and passion.
The curriculum at Morley Primary is designed around three core pillars: vocabulary development, a local-based curriculum that celebrates Derbyshire's heritage, and preparing students to become leaders of the future. This holistic approach aims to equip children with critical thinking skills and emotional intelligence, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
Collaboration between parents, teachers, and students is highly valued at Morley Primary, as it is seen as essential for nurturing a love of learning. The school encourages active parental involvement, fostering a strong community spirit that supports each child’s educational journey and personal growth.
The curriculum at Morley Primary is designed around three core pillars: vocabulary development, a local-based curriculum that celebrates Derbyshire's heritage, and preparing students to become leaders of the future. This holistic approach aims to equip children with critical thinking skills and emotional intelligence, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
Collaboration between parents, teachers, and students is highly valued at Morley Primary, as it is seen as essential for nurturing a love of learning. The school encourages active parental involvement, fostering a strong community spirit that supports each child’s educational journey and personal growth.
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Nearby alternatives
- Charlotte Nursery and Infant School (70.2)
- St Thomas Catholic Primary (64.2)
- Richardson Endowed Primary School (63.8)
- Horsley Woodhouse Primary School (63.1)
- Ladywood Primary School (60.6)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 70
- Pupils
- 82
- Boys
- 40
- Girls
- 42
- FSM %
- 9.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2012-06-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 82 | 40 | 42 | 70 | 9.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 82 | 40 | 42 | 70 | 9.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 83 | 38 | 45 | 70 | 8.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 83 | 38 | 45 | 70 | 8.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 84 | 41 | 43 | 70 | 6.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 81 | 40 | 41 | 70 | 3.70 |
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