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Akaal Primary School

Grange Avenue, Derby, DE23 8DG

Free schools · Ages 2–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Mar 2022

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69% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

74.0%

Writing

74.0%

Maths

77.0%

RWM Combined

69.0%

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Village Primary Academy

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Ridgeway Infant School

0.96 km away · Community school

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Gayton Junior School

0.97 km away · Community school

Good

St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy

0.99 km away · Academy converter

Outstanding

Harrington Nursery School

1.08 km away · Local authority nursery school

Outstanding

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About Akaal Primary School

Akaal Primary School is a primary school in Derby, Derby. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 207 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Grange Avenue, Derby, DE23 8DG | More schools in Derby

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Akaal Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2023 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: Akaal Primary School)
Mar 2022 — Requires improvement
Mar 2022 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Akaal Primary School)
Jun 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Akaal Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Akaal Primary School

What is Akaal Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Akaal Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Akaal Primary School's latest exam results?

Akaal Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Akaal Primary School located?

Akaal Primary School is a primary school in Derby, Derby (DE23 8DG).

How many pupils attend Akaal Primary School?

Akaal Primary School has around 207 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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