Cavendish Close Junior Academy
URN: 144822 • Derby DE21 4RJ
Overview
- Name
- Cavendish Close Junior Academy
- URN
- 144822
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE HARMONY TRUST LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michelle Tague (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01332672338
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Deborah Drive, Derby DE21 4RJ
Summary
Cavendish Close Junior Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Derby, with a current enrolment of 300 pupils and a capacity of 360. As part of The Harmony Trust, the academy is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where diversity is celebrated. The school's ethos encourages students to develop fully as individuals who can Aspire, Collaborate, and Experience, fostering a culture of respect and safety.
The academy implements an engaging ACE curriculum designed to enhance educational experiences and promote high standards in all areas of school life. Cavendish Close Junior Academy places a strong emphasis on the fundamental British Values and character competencies, including resilience, cooperation, and effective communication. The school aims to ensure equality of opportunity for all pupils, regardless of their starting points.
With a dedicated and skilled staff team, Cavendish Close Junior Academy strives to create a positive community atmosphere where parents' feedback is welcomed. The school is focused on helping every child to Believe, Achieve, and Succeed, preparing them for future social and academic success.
The academy implements an engaging ACE curriculum designed to enhance educational experiences and promote high standards in all areas of school life. Cavendish Close Junior Academy places a strong emphasis on the fundamental British Values and character competencies, including resilience, cooperation, and effective communication. The school aims to ensure equality of opportunity for all pupils, regardless of their starting points.
With a dedicated and skilled staff team, Cavendish Close Junior Academy strives to create a positive community atmosphere where parents' feedback is welcomed. The school is focused on helping every child to Believe, Achieve, and Succeed, preparing them for future social and academic success.
Useful links
- School Spider (other)
- Prevent & Radicalisation (other)
- View us on a map (other)
- View us on a map (other)
- www.theharmonytrust.org (other)
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
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE HARMONY TRUST LTD
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 300
- Boys
- 153
- Girls
- 147
- FSM %
- 34.30
- Open date
- 2017-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-01-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 300 | 153 | 147 | 360 | 34.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 323 | 164 | 159 | 360 | 33.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 309 | 152 | 157 | 360 | 35.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 309 | 152 | 157 | 360 | 35.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 313 | 148 | 165 | 360 | 32.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 297 | 147 | 150 | 360 | 24.90 |
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