Royal School for the Deaf Derby
| Type | Special School / Non-maintained special school |
| Age Range | 3-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashbourne Road Derby Derbyshire DE22 3BH |
| Phone | 01332362512 |
| Reference Number | 113044 |
Royal School for the Deaf Derby maintains effective standards since its last inspection, showcasing a bilingual environment that emphasizes British Sign Language (BSL) and speech therapy. Staff build strong relationships with pupils, fostering a sense of safety and trust. The curriculum is ambitious and tailored, allowing pupils to develop a sense of pride in their identity and culture. Continuous support from leaders and impressive behavior among students are further highlights of the school’s environment. The school is committed to serving the Deaf community, including providing free BSL tuition for parents and families.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 110 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 39.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 90% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Unknown | 1 |
| 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | Unknown | 2 | 2 |
| 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 5 | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 6 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| 7 | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| 8 | 5 | 6 | 11 |
| 9 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 10 | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| 11 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| 12 | 4 | 9 | 13 |
| 13 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 52.7% |
| White, Other | 17.3% |
| Unclassified | 6.4% |
| Pakistani | 6.4% |
| African | 3.6% |
| Asian, Other | 2.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.8% |
| White & Asian | 1.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Dec 2024 | School inspection |
| 26 Mar 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Mar 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 29 Sep 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jan 2016 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 Jun 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 27 Feb 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Oct 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Feb 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Dec 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Mar 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong bilingual approach integrating BSL and speech therapy into all learning.
- Warm and supportive relationships between staff and pupils.
- High expectations resulting in good pupil engagement and achievement.
- A well-structured curriculum that prepares students for adulthood.
- Effective prioritization of reading, with tailored phonics and reading support.
- Comprehensive speech and language therapy available for all students.
- Active school council that helps pupils engage in the community.
Areas for Improvement
- Occasional misalignment between chosen activities and curriculum aims may hinder some pupils' learning.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 9.7 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 10% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 10% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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