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St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Matlock Road, Belper, DE56 2JD

Academy converter · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Outstanding

May 2025

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67% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

90.0%

Writing

70.0%

Maths

90.0%

RWM Combined

67.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Long Row Primary School

0.41 km away · Community school

Good

St John's CofE Primary School and Nursery

0.77 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Pottery Primary School

1.46 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

Herbert Strutt Primary School

1.84 km away · Community school

Good

Ambergate Primary School

2.97 km away · Community school

Good

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About St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy

St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Belper, Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 35 responses), 91% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 172 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Matlock Road, Belper, DE56 2JD | More schools in Derbyshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Oct 2014 — Outstanding (predecessor: St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy

What is St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy's Ofsted rating?

St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 35 responses): 91% of parents would recommend St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy.

What are St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy's latest exam results?

St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy located?

St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Belper, Derbyshire (DE56 2JD).

How many pupils attend St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy?

St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy has around 172 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy with other schools?

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