Derby Cathedral School

About Derby Cathedral School

Derby Cathedral School is a vibrant, values-led community built on high expectations and a belief that every child can achieve remarkable success. Inspired by John 10:10 - “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full”, we are committed to ensuring our students experience life in all its fullness.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr A. Brown

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

67.4

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

40.5

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.69

Progress 8

Well below average

34.3%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

56.2%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

39.3% entered EBacc

24.2% achieved EBacc

178 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Sarah K

Parent Sep 25, 2022

4.0

"Mixed feelings about the school"

My daughter has only just started at Derby Cathedral School so I'm still getting a feel for the place. The facilities are lovely and the teachers seem nice, but I'm not entirely sold on the values aspect of the school. Some of the things they're promoting in assemblies and lessons seem a bit too focused on Christianity for my taste. Still, I'm giving it a chance and we'll see how it goes.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily F

Parent Jun 20, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school with a loving community"

My son has been at Derby Cathedral School for a few years now and I couldn't be happier with the care and education he receives. The teachers are supportive, the facilities are excellent, and the values of the school really shine through in everything they do. I feel so lucky to have found this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Mark T

Parent Mar 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent education and values"

My daughter left Derby Cathedral School a few years ago but the values she learned there have stayed with her to this day. The education was top-notch and the pastoral care was second to none. I've seen her grow into a kind, confident and compassionate young adult and I think Derby Cathedral School played a huge role in that.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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