Arboretum Primary School

URN: 146715 • Derby DE23 8GP

Overview

Name
Arboretum Primary School
URN
146715
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Phillips (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01332291140
Website
Visit
Address
Corden Street, Derby DE23 8GP

Summary

Arboretum Primary School, located in Derby, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 624 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 585. The school prioritises a safe and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to be creative, confident, and inquisitive. Its ethos is built around the values of being 'Ready, Respectful, and Safe,' fostering a culture of respect and individual recognition.

The school aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future education, promoting a love for learning. Arboretum actively engages with parents and carers, recognising their role as primary educators, and offers numerous opportunities for family involvement in school activities.

As a member of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT), Arboretum Primary School benefits from a collaborative network of schools, enhancing educational support and resources. With a significant percentage of pupils (62.60%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its community, ensuring all children have access to quality education and support.

Key details

LA
Derby
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
585
Pupils
624
Boys
306
Girls
318
FSM %
62.60
Open date
2019-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 624 306 318 585 62.60
2024-09-11 640 318 322 585 46.50
2023-09-11 628 319 309 585 39.40
2022-09-11 628 319 309 585 39.40
2021-09-11 630 327 303 585 35.30
2020-09-11 629 322 307 585 25.00

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