St James' Church of England Aided Junior School
URN: 148368 • Derby DE23 8FQ
Overview
- Name
- St James' Church of England Aided Junior School
- URN
- 148368
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Gallimore (since 2025) , Interim Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01332854986
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Reginald Street, Derby DE23 8FQ
Summary
St James' Church of England Aided Junior School, located in Derby, is a mixed primary academy with a capacity of 300 pupils, currently accommodating 299 students. The school embraces a Christian ethos, guided by the values of gratitude, respect, outstanding behaviour, and welcoming attitudes. This foundation is reflected in the school's vision, "Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day," which aims to nurture independent lifelong learners and foster a supportive community.
The curriculum at St James' is designed to engage students' natural curiosity and creativity, ensuring that learning is both enjoyable and relevant. The school prioritises the development of essential skills such as teamwork, resilience, and determination, while also celebrating the diverse cultures within its community. Staff are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment, where every child's needs are considered and addressed.
Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's education, with open invitations to visit the school and participate in its vibrant community life. St James' aims to provide a purposeful and stimulating learning environment that prepares students for their future.
The curriculum at St James' is designed to engage students' natural curiosity and creativity, ensuring that learning is both enjoyable and relevant. The school prioritises the development of essential skills such as teamwork, resilience, and determination, while also celebrating the diverse cultures within its community. Staff are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment, where every child's needs are considered and addressed.
Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's education, with open invitations to visit the school and participate in its vibrant community life. St James' aims to provide a purposeful and stimulating learning environment that prepares students for their future.
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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
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 299
- Boys
- 151
- Girls
- 148
- FSM %
- 60.90
- Open date
- 2021-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 299 | 151 | 148 | 300 | 60.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 301 | 154 | 147 | 300 | 58.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 281 | 154 | 127 | 300 | 50.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 281 | 154 | 127 | 300 | 50.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 300 |
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