Akaal Primary School
URN: 142109 • Derby DE23 8DG
Overview
- Name
- Akaal Primary School
- URN
- 142109
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Sikh
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Harmander Dhanjal (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Grange Avenue, Derby DE23 8DG
Summary
Akaal Primary School, located in Derby, is a mixed free school with a current enrolment of 211 pupils, set within a capacity of 420. The school is deeply rooted in Sikh values, promoting principles such as equality, integrity, and hard work. These values are integral to the school's ethos, fostering a caring and respectful environment where every member of the community feels valued. The school's Behaviour Policy emphasizes mutual trust and respect, contributing to a positive atmosphere where students are encouraged to excel academically and socially.
The curriculum at Akaal Primary School is designed to develop well-rounded individuals, integrating both Sikh and British values. Students engage in various activities, including trips and enrichment sessions, to experience life in modern Britain while also learning about their cultural heritage. Each class is named after a core value, reinforcing the importance of character development alongside academic achievement.
Akaal Primary School is committed to supporting the diverse needs of its pupils, with a focus on inclusivity and community engagement. The school's values are celebrated through collective worship and monthly themes, ensuring that students not only learn about but also embody these principles in their daily lives.
The curriculum at Akaal Primary School is designed to develop well-rounded individuals, integrating both Sikh and British values. Students engage in various activities, including trips and enrichment sessions, to experience life in modern Britain while also learning about their cultural heritage. Each class is named after a core value, reinforcing the importance of character development alongside academic achievement.
Akaal Primary School is committed to supporting the diverse needs of its pupils, with a focus on inclusivity and community engagement. The school's values are celebrated through collective worship and monthly themes, ensuring that students not only learn about but also embody these principles in their daily lives.
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Nearby alternatives
- Griffe Field Primary School (78.6)
- Lawn Primary School (77.6)
- Griffe Field Primary School (77.4)
- Homefields Primary School (77.3)
- Lawn Primary School (77.0)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 211
- Boys
- 105
- Girls
- 106
- FSM %
- 28.40
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- 2023-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 211 | 105 | 106 | 420 | 28.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 211 | 105 | 106 | 420 | 28.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 200 | 102 | 98 | 420 | 27.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 200 | 102 | 98 | 420 | 27.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 170 | 83 | 87 | 420 | 12.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 152 | 76 | 76 | 420 | 9.90 |
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