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Kensington Junior Academy

St John's Road, Ilkeston, DE7 5PA

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Pupils

182

Ages

7-11

FSM

52.2%

Capacity

236

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

66.0%

Writing

74.0%

Maths

74.0%

RWM Combined

60.0%

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About Kensington Junior Academy

Kensington Junior Academy is a primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 60% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 182 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: St John's Road, Ilkeston, DE7 5PA | More schools in Derbyshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Kensington Junior Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — Good
Dec 2017 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Kensington Junior School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Kensington Junior Academy

What is Kensington Junior Academy's Ofsted rating?

Kensington Junior Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Kensington Junior Academy's latest exam results?

Kensington Junior Academy: KS2 2024/25: 60% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Kensington Junior Academy located?

Kensington Junior Academy is a primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire (DE7 5PA).

How many pupils attend Kensington Junior Academy?

Kensington Junior Academy has around 182 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Kensington Junior Academy with other schools?

View Kensington Junior 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 Derbyshire.