Cottons Farm Primary Academy

URN: 145982 • Derby DE24 9HG

Overview

Name
Cottons Farm Primary Academy
URN
145982
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
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kirsty Patmore (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01332771370
Website
Visit
Address
Sheridan Street, Derby DE24 9HG

Summary

Cottons Farm Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Sinfin, Derby, serving children aged three to eleven. As part of The Harmony Trust, the academy emphasizes an inclusive culture and a commitment to nurturing the whole child. The school has made significant improvements in recent years, achieving above-average results in Key Stage 2 assessments and being recognized as the fastest improving school in Derby.

The academy boasts modern facilities, including spacious classrooms, a sports hall, and a dedicated early years garden, all designed to create a safe and engaging learning environment. Cottons Farm offers a broad and ambitious curriculum that is carefully sequenced to support student development, underpinned by key educational initiatives such as READ ACHIEVE SUCCEED.

Community engagement is a vital aspect of the school's ethos, with strong links to local organizations and businesses that enhance the curriculum. Cottons Farm Primary Academy aims to be the school of choice for families in the area, focusing on fostering confidence and achievement in every pupil.

Key details

LA
Derby
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE HARMONY TRUST LTD
Capacity
140
Pupils
119
Boys
54
Girls
65
FSM %
61.20
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 119 54 65 140 61.20
2024-09-11 129 62 67 140 62.20
2023-09-11 107 51 56 140 61.20
2022-09-11 107 51 56 140 61.20
2021-09-11 107 58 49 140 61.60
2020-09-11 123 69 54 140 53.40

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