Oakthorpe Primary School

About Oakthorpe Primary School

Oakthorpe Primary School is a small, friendly and caring school situated in the village of Oakthorpe, Swadlincote. We have around 90 incredible pupils, a team of dedicated staff, supportive parents and our trust, Rise Multi Academy Trust. Our school values of Dream..Believe..Achieve are fundamental in everything we do to ensure our children learn in an environment which inspires them to be the very best they can be.

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Key Facts

Founded 1925

Students 90

Head/Principal Mrs Rachel Culpan

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 15 responses • 18.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

86.6% positive 13.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

86.7% positive 6.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

80% positive 20% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

80% positive 6.7% negative

My child does well at this school

80% positive 13.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 15 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

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

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

3.7

Teachers (FTE)

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

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

53.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 4

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Emily W

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School!"

We are thoroughly enjoying our time at Oakthorpe Primary School. The teachers are so supportive and the facilities are excellent, especially the forest school area. We love the emphasis on 'Dream...Believe...Achieve' too - it really feels like we're part of a friendly community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah R

Parent Aug 10, 2022

5.0

"A true gem!"

We moved to Oakthorpe three years ago and our child thrived at the school. The teachers were so dedicated and the values of 'Dream...Believe...Achieve' really resonated with us. We've since moved to a different area but I still keep in touch with the school and am so grateful for the experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Michael T

Parent May 25, 2022

3.0

"Average experience"

We've had a bit of a mixed experience at Oakthorpe Primary. The teachers are generally nice and the facilities are okay, but sometimes we feel a bit let down by the lack of resources and support. We're hoping things will improve as the year goes on.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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James B

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"A great school"

We were a bit hesitant about moving to a new school but Oakthorpe Primary has been a great choice. The staff are lovely and the facilities are really well-maintained. My child has really settled in and loves the outdoor learning opportunities.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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