PrimaryData as of May 2026

Cottons Farm Primary Academy

Sheridan Street, Sinfin, Derby, DE24 9HG

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

119

Ages

3-11

FSM

61.2%

Capacity

140

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

63.0%

Writing

68.0%

Maths

53.0%

RWM Combined

42.0%

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About Cottons Farm Primary Academy

Cottons Farm Primary Academy is a primary school in Derby, Derby. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 42% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 119 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Sheridan Street, Derby, DE24 9HG | More schools in Derby

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Cottons Farm Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jul 2025 — Good
Feb 2023 — Requires improvement
Apr 2018 — Inadequate (predecessor: Cottons Farm Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Cottons Farm Primary Academy

What is Cottons Farm Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Cottons Farm Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Cottons Farm Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Cottons Farm Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 42% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Cottons Farm Primary Academy located?

Cottons Farm Primary Academy is a primary school in Derby, Derby (DE24 9HG).

How many pupils attend Cottons Farm Primary Academy?

Cottons Farm Primary Academy has around 119 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Cottons Farm Primary Academy with other schools?

View Cottons Farm Primary Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Derby.