Roe Farm Primary School

URN: 131401 • Derby DE21 4HG

Overview

Name
Roe Farm Primary School
URN
131401
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Weston & Matthew Dodson Co head teachers (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01332346310
Website
Visit
Address
Worcester Crescent, Derby DE21 4HG

Summary

Roe Farm Primary School is a community school located in the Derby suburb of Chaddesden, accommodating 382 pupils with a capacity of 455. The school promotes an inclusive ethos, ensuring that all children feel safe, valued, and respected. Roe Farm’s guiding principles are encapsulated in their motto, "Together we make a difference," which reflects their commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to provide meaningful learning experiences, starting from the Early Years. Recent Ofsted inspections in June 2024 rated the school as 'Good' across all areas, highlighting the effective support for pupils' social and emotional wellbeing and the ambition for all students to achieve their potential.

Roe Farm also places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, recently being awarded Sports School of the Year 2024 for its commitment to physical education and sports. The school features well-resourced facilities, including a new library that enhances the learning experience and encourages a love for reading among students.

Key details

LA
Derby
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
455
Pupils
382
Boys
205
Girls
177
FSM %
50.00
Open date
1997-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 382 205 177 455 50.00
2024-09-11 393 207 186 455 44.80
2023-09-11 428 236 192 455 43.40
2022-09-11 428 236 192 455 43.40
2021-09-11 424 223 201 455 36.30
2020-09-11 437 222 215 455 29.00

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