SchoolScoresBradwell Junior School
Academy · Primary, ages 7 to 11 · Mixed
Part of CHORUS EDUCATION TRUST
Hugh Lane, Bradwell, Hope Valley, S33 9JB
01433 620473 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Inadequate at the inspection that started on 24 November 2022. This inspection was of the school before it changed to its current form (for example, before becoming an academy).
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
Category of concern: Special measures.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Inadequate |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires improvement |
| Personal development | Requires improvement |
| Leadership and management | Inadequate |
| Safeguarding | Not effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2024/25
15 pupils in this year group.
60% — about the same as the Derbyshire average, and 2 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Derbyshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | 60% | 59% | 62% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | 0% | 8% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | 80% | 74% | 75% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | 67% | 70% | 72% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | 67% | 72% | 74% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 105 | 105 | 106 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 104 | 104 | 105 |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Derbyshire. The national closing date for primary applications is 15 January, and offers are sent on 16 April.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Derbyshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 4th highest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Higher than 51% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 22.0% | 30.9%* | 26.3% |
| With an education, health and care plan Joint 7th highest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Higher than 0% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 0.0% | 3.1%* | 3.5% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 3rd highest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Higher than 98% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 32.0% | 16.6%* | 15.0% |
| English as an additional language 5th highest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Higher than 16% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 2.0% | 5.2%* | 23.4% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 8th lowest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Lower than 8% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 7.3% | 4.8%* | 5.2% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 7th lowest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Lower than 48% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 12.0% | 10.6%* | 13.0% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils Joint 1st lowest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Lower than 69% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 0.0 | 3.1 | 2.5 |
| Pupils suspended at least once Joint 1st lowest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Lower than 69% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 0.0% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.07% | 0.03% |
| Pupils per teacher 7th highest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Higher than 5% of 16,642 state primary schools in England. | 13.7 | 20.1 | 20.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 4th highest of 11 state primary schools in Hope Valley. Higher than 19% of 16,653 state primary schools in England. | 8.8 | 10.5 | 10.6 |
Comparisons are with primary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26.
Nearby primary schools
- Bradwell CofE (Controlled) Infant School and Nursery 0.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024)
- Hope Primary School 1.5 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 33% met expected standard (KS2)
- Castleton CofE Primary School 1.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024)
- Great Hucklow CE Primary 2.0 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023)
- Bamford Primary School 2.6 miles · Ofsted: Good (2012), confirmed 2022
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Bradwell Junior School's Ofsted rating?
Bradwell Junior School was rated Inadequate by Ofsted at its inspection in 24 November 2022.
How did Bradwell Junior School do in its SATs?
In 2024/25, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, 2 points below the England average of 62%.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 150289.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.