Grange School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Shobnall Close Burton-on-Trent Staffordshire DE14 2HU |
| Reference Number | 145377 |
Grange School has been rated as good overall, demonstrating a commitment to placing pupils at the center of all activities. The staff maintain high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The curriculum has undergone positive changes, allowing for an ambitious and well-sequenced learning experience. While the school provides effective support for pupils and ensures their happiness and safety, there are still areas where improvements can be made, particularly in the consistency of teaching across some subjects.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 171 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 57.89%
Girls: 42.11% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 44.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 65.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 | 19 | 51 |
| 2 | 27 | 18 | 45 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pakistani | 30.4% |
| White, British | 22.8% |
| White, Other | 12.9% |
| African | 7% |
| Asian, Other | 4.7% |
| White & Asian | 2.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.3% |
| Indian | 2.3% |
| Irish | 2.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 14 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 14 Jul 2022 | School inspection |
| 03 Mar 2018 | Academy conversion letter |
| 14 Jul 2015 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Grange Infant School | |
| 14 Jul 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 22 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 22 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Sep 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Sep 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Oct 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Oct 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Sep 1999 | Full inspection |
| 20 Sep 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are happy and feel safe at school.
- Effective support is provided for pupils with SEND.
- Curriculum changes have led to improved teaching practices.
- Strong emphasis on reading and early years provision.
- High standards of behavior and positive relationships between staff and pupils.
- Active engagement of pupils in school council and extracurricular activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent teacher delivery in some curriculum areas.
- Some gaps in assessment systems that hinder knowledge retention.
- Pupils need further development in writing skills.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 16 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 17 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Samuel Allsopp Primary and Nursery School
Victoria Road, Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2LU |
0.29 miles |
|
Scientia Academy
Mona Road, Burton-upon-Trent, DE13 0UF |
0.48 miles |
|
Lansdowne Infant Academy
Goodman Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2RE |
0.64 miles |
|
Horninglow Primary School
Horninglow Road North, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0SW |
0.66 miles |
|
Christ Church Primary School
Dale Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3TE |
0.76 miles |
|
Shobnall Primary & Nursery School
Shobnall Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2BB |
0.78 miles |
|
Holy Trinity CofE (C) Primary School
Wetmore Road, Holy Trinity Ce (C) Primary School, Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 1SN |
0.83 miles |
|
Lift Anglesey
Clarence Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3LG |
0.91 miles |
|
Eton Park Junior Academy
Masefield Cresent, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2SG |
0.92 miles |
|
Burton Fields School
Outwoods Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2PJ |
1.22 miles |
|
Outwoods Primary School
Harehedge Lane, Horninglow, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0AS |
1.29 miles |
|
Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy
Alexandra Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0JE |
1.37 miles |
|
The Fountains Primary School
Bitham Lane, Stretton, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0HB |
1.4 miles |
|
St Modwen's Catholic Primary School
Tutbury Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0AJ |
1.47 miles |
|
Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy
Henhurst Ridge, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9TQ |
1.72 miles |
|
Branston Locks Primary and Nursery School
Shire Way, Branston, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9WU |
1.86 miles |
|
The Violet Way Academy
Violet Way, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9ES |
1.87 miles |
|
River View Primary and Nursery School
Suffolk Road, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9HR |
1.87 miles |
|
Rykneld Primary School
Main Street, Branston, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3EX |
1.92 miles |
|
The Mosley Academy
Main Road, Anslow, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9QD |
1.94 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Burton and South Derbyshire College
Lichfield Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3RL |
1.06 miles |
|
The de Ferrers Academy
St Mary's Drive, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL |
1.23 miles |
|
Abbot Beyne School
Linnell Building, Osborne Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0JL |
1.32 miles |
|
The Fountains High School
Bitham Lane, Stretton, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0HB |
1.4 miles |
|
Paget High School
Burton Road, Branston, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3DR |
1.82 miles |
|
Bladon House School
Newton Solney, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0TA |
1.85 miles |
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Paulet High School
Violet Way, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9RT |
1.98 miles |
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Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bluestone Lane, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9SD |
2.19 miles |
|
John Taylor Free School
Branston Road, Tatenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9SA |
2.2 miles |
|
Mercia Academy
Sunnyside, Newhall, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0TL |
3.33 miles |
|
The Bayleaf Hub
Doveside, Burton Road, Egginton, Derby, DE65 6GZ |
3.41 miles |
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Longdon Park School
Park Hill, Hilton Road, Egginton, Derbyshire, DE65 6GU |
3.78 miles |
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The Pingle Academy
Coronation Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0QA |
4.1 miles |
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Wellbrook School
Station Road, Hatton, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5EH |
4.2 miles |
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Pegasus School
Main Street, Cauldwell, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6RS |
4.28 miles |
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Repton School
Repton, Derby, DE65 6FH |
4.41 miles |
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John Taylor High School
Dunstall Road, Barton-under-Needwood, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8AZ |
4.51 miles |