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Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery is a voluntary controlled Church of England primary school located in Ripley, Derbyshire, serving pupils ages 3 to 11. With 370 pupils on roll against a capacity of 382, the school is operating at 97% capacity and is likely to be oversubscribed. Around 36.60% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting a mixed socioeconomic intake. Ofsted inspection data is not currently available for Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery — visit the Ofsted website to check for the latest inspection report. The school also offers nursery provision for children below statutory school age. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery's admissions distance.

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Ages 3-11Age range
PrimarySchool phase
97%Capacity used (370 of 382 pupils)
36.60%Free school meals eligible

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School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery's published admissions policy or contact Derbyshire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameRipley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery
URN112849
AddressDannah Street, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3BD
Telephone01773742457
HeadteacherChristopher Howarth (Headteacher)
School typeVoluntary controlled school
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 3-11
GenderMixed
Religious characterChurch of England
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
Approx. coordinates53.050084, -1.393921 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Church of England school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery will be published on the school's website or on the Derbyshire Council website. Search for "Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Church of England religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

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📋 Ofsted Inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Derbyshire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Derbyshire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery is 112849. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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