Riddings Junior School
URN: 148787 • Alfreton DE55 4BW
Overview
- Name
- Riddings Junior School
- URN
- 148787
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EMBARK MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Cates (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01773528492
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Street, Alfreton DE55 4BW
Summary
Riddings Junior School, located in Alfreton, Derbyshire, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 232 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 240. The school is committed to fostering an environment where children can thrive academically and socially, guided by its core values of Progress, Respect, Independence, Determination, and Excellence (PRIDE).
The curriculum at Riddings Junior School is designed to be stimulating and engaging, encouraging students to take responsibility for their own learning. The school emphasizes high expectations and aims to equip children with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future. Additionally, Riddings Junior School is part of the Embark Federation, collaborating with other schools to enhance educational opportunities and community involvement.
The school also prioritizes safeguarding and online safety, ensuring that the wellbeing of all students is a top concern. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and consultations, fostering a strong community connection that supports the overall development of their children. For more information, visit their website at www.riddingsjuniorschool.org.uk.
The curriculum at Riddings Junior School is designed to be stimulating and engaging, encouraging students to take responsibility for their own learning. The school emphasizes high expectations and aims to equip children with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future. Additionally, Riddings Junior School is part of the Embark Federation, collaborating with other schools to enhance educational opportunities and community involvement.
The school also prioritizes safeguarding and online safety, ensuring that the wellbeing of all students is a top concern. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and consultations, fostering a strong community connection that supports the overall development of their children. For more information, visit their website at www.riddingsjuniorschool.org.uk.
Useful links
- April 2023 (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- Christ The King Catholic Primary (64.8)
- Wessington Primary School (62.7)
- Riddings Junior School (60.5)
- Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy (59.6)
- Glebe Junior School (59.6)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EMBARK MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 232
- Boys
- 131
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 41.40
- Open date
- 2021-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 232 | 131 | 101 | 240 | 41.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 233 | 133 | 100 | 240 | 34.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 232 | 126 | 106 | 240 | 31.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 232 | 126 | 106 | 240 | 31.00 |
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