Ambergate Primary School
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
PUPILS
79
AGES
4 - 11
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Community school
SCHOOL GUIDE RATING
unlock
UNLOCK

Can I Get My Child Into This School?

Enter a postcode to see where you live on the map
heatmap example
Sample Map Only
Very Likely
Likely
Less Likely

This pupil heat map shows where pupils currently attending the school live.
The concentration of pupils shows likelihood of admission based on distance criteria

Source: All attending pupils National School Census Data, ONS
01629 537499

This School Guide heat map has been plotted using official pupil data taken from the last School Census collected by the Department for Education. It is a visualisation of where pupils lived at the time of the annual School Census.

Our heat maps use groups of postcodes, not individual postcodes, and have naturally soft edges. All pupils are included in the mapping (i.e. children with siblings already at the school, high priority pupils and selective and/or religious admissions) but we may have removed statistical ‘outliers’ with more remote postcodes that do not reflect majority admissions.

For some schools, the heat map may be a useful indicator of the catchment area but our heat maps are not the same as catchment area maps. Catchment area maps, published by the school or local authority, are based on geographical admissions criteria and show actual cut-off distances and pre-defined catchment areas for a single admission year.

This information is provided as a guide only. The criteria in which schools use to allocate places in the event that they are oversubscribed can and do vary between schools and over time. These criteria can include distance from the school and sometimes specific catchment areas but can also include, amongst others, priority for siblings, children of a particular faith or specific feeder schools. Living in an area where children have previously attended a school does not guarantee admission to the school in future years. Always check with the school’s own admission authority for the current admission arrangements.

3 steps to help parents gather catchment information for a school:

  1. Look at our school catchment area guide for more information on heat maps. They give a useful indicator of the general areas that admit pupils to the school. This visualisation is based on all attending pupils present at the time of the annual School Census.
  2. Use the link to the Local Authority Contact (above) to find catchment area information based on a single admission year. This is very important if you are considering applying to a school.
  3. On each school page, use the link to visit the school website and find information on individual school admissions criteria. Geographical criteria are only applied after pupils have been admitted on higher priority criteria such as Looked After Children, SEN, siblings, etc.

How Does The School Perform?

Good
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(16/03/2022)
Full Report - All Reports
60%
NATIONAL AVG. 60%
% pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics



Unlock The Rest Of The Data Now
We've Helped 20 Million Parents
  • See All Official School Data
  • View Catchment Area Maps
  • Access 2024 League Tables
  • Read Real Parent Reviews
  • Unlock 2024 Star Ratings
  • Easily Choose Your #1 School
£19.95
Per month

Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 8% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 11% of schools in England) Average (About 59% of schools in England) Above Average (About 11% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England)
Toadmoor Lane
Ambergate
Belper
DE56 2GN
01773852204

School Description

Pupils are eager to come to school each day. As a parent told inspectors, ‘My son runs up the hill enthusiastically and asks to go to school at weekends!’ Pupils talk knowledgeably and excitedly about what they have learned. Around school, they model what they have been taught in personal, social and health education. Pupils are considerate to each other and to the adults who work in the school. The school is a harmonious place where children feel safe from harm and bullying. They particularly value the peer-to-peer training that helps them sort out their problems or their differences of opinion. The school’s motto of ‘Achieve, Believe, Create’ is evident. Senior leaders are ambitious for pupils to achieve well. Pupils are confident, well-mannered and thoughtful. Parents speak highly of the school. They value the work to develop their children’s resilience and social awareness. Many highlight the school’s positive efforts to provide education and family support during lockdown. Pupils receive equality of opportunity regardless of background or ability. This is summed up by a parent, who said, ‘Ambergate Primary is a kind, caring school, where the children’s education and welfare are at the heart of it all.’ What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? Leaders have prioritised getting pupils’ education back to normal following the return to school after lockdown. In particular, teachers focus on addressing the gaps in pupils’ learning that have emerged during the pandemic, and supporting their well-being. Reading is threaded through the daily timetable and pupils are encouraged to write often. Mathematics teaching and leadership is a strength. Effective support is provided for pupils whose learning has been the most disadvantaged due to the pandemic. Leaders have created a curriculum that inspires and motivates pupils. Pupils build on their previous learning in a meaningful sequence. They remember what they have been taught. In the early years, for example, children talk avidly about volcanoes and meteors. They explain that lava comes from volcanoes. In the mud kitchen, they illustrate this by splashing solid ‘meteors’ into their liquid ‘lava’. The impact of this learning has extended to the children requesting more books on these subjects for the school library. Pupils retain the knowledge they have been taught. Teachers refer regularly to prior learning. For instance, pupils in Years 2 and 3 recount with enthusiasm their knowledge of the Stone Age in history. Older pupils are adamant that their knowledge of the signature animals of Greek gods will stay with them in the future. All are aware of, and enjoy practising, the knowledge and skills they are developing to make them historians. Leaders ensure teachers have access to training to supplement their subject knowledge. Teachers explain concepts with clarity and accuracy. They check pupils’ understanding regularly and encourage pupils to support each other. Teachers have high expectations of all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities. As a result, all pupils talk about their enjoyment of lessons and can explain what they have learned. Leaders and teachers know the importance of early reading as a foundation for learning. Senior leaders have made sure staff in each class are trained in the teaching of phonics. Staff are consistent in their approach and can quickly address gaps in pupils’ learning. In the early years, children learned about the ‘ee’ sound. They enjoyed practising this in their outdoor provision, and later in the forest school, when their ‘feet were in the street’. By the end of key stage 1, the vast majority of pupils read with fluency. Pupils’ reading books are mostly well-matched to their ability. Where this is not the case, teachers’ assessments of what pupils know is not as accurate as it could be. Pupils behave well. Their behaviour is consistent regardless of the time of the school day or the member of staff they are with. Lessons and the transitions between them are calm and purposeful. Pupils are taught, and appreciate, the importance of respect and care for each other, their school and their community. Where possible, leaders have built enrichment activities into the curriculum, such as brass lessons for pupils in Years 5 and 6. The headteacher has brought a clear and ambitious vision for the school. This is shared by governors and staff. Most subject leaders are relatively inexperienced but know the expectations of their roles. Their understanding of their subject is increasing. However, while there is a plan for checking and evaluating each subject, the analysis is not always as accurate as it needs to be.

Ambergate Primary School Parent Reviews



unlock % Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>78, "agree"=>22, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>81, "agree"=>15, "disagree"=>4, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>70, "agree"=>26, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>78, "strongly_agree"=>15, "agree"=>4, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>4, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>59, "agree"=>37, "disagree"=>4, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>22, "strongly_agree"=>63, "agree"=>15, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>100, "agree"=>0, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 10 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>67, "agree"=>26, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>7} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>78, "agree"=>19, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>67, "agree"=>30, "disagree"=>4, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>81, "agree"=>11, "disagree"=>4, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>52, "agree"=>37, "disagree"=>11, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>74, "agree"=>22, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022
Yes No {"yes"=>100, "no"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 27 responses up to 16-03-2022

Responses taken from Ofsted Parent View

Your rating:
Review guidelines
  • Do explain who you are and your relationship to the school e.g. ‘I am a parent…’
  • Do back up your opinion with examples or clear reasons but, remember, it’s your opinion not fact.
  • Don’t use bad or aggressive language.
  • Don't go in to detail about specific staff or pupils. Individual complaints should be directed to the school.
  • Do go to the relevant authority is you have concerns about a serious issue such as bullying, drug abuse or bad management.
Read the full review guidelines and where to find help if you have serious concerns about a school.
We respect your privacy and never share your email address with the reviewed school or any third parties. Please see our T&Cs and Privacy Policy for details of how we treat registered emails with TLC.


News, Photos and Open Days from Ambergate Primary School

We are waiting for this school to upload information. Represent this school?
Register your details to add open days, photos and news.

Do you represent
Ambergate Primary School?

Register to add photos, news and download your Certificate of Excellence 2023/24

*Official school administrator email addresses

(eg [email protected]). Details will be verified.

Questions? Email [email protected]

We're here to help your school to add information for parents.

Thank you for registering your details

A member of the School Guide team will verify your details within 2 working days and provide further detailed instructions for setting up your School Noticeboard.

For any questions please email [email protected]