Silverhill Primary School
Draycott Drive, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0QEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Silverhill Primary School is a primary school in Derby for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 116 schools in Derby. It ranks 15th of 86 primary schools in Derby. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 15 October 2019, report published 12 November 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 10 December 2024
Pupils at Silverhill enjoy being part of this welcoming and supportive school. The school's values of Strength, Perseverance, Integrity, Respect, Independence and Teamwork (SPIRIT) weave through school life. Pupils are happy, polite and communicate with kindness. Relationships are built on respect. Pupils appreciate how the school rewards their achievements and celebrates their success. Bullying does happen on occasion. Leaders address concerns effectively. The school has high expectations for what all pupils will learn. Those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive the extra support they need in an inclusive and sensitive way. Pupils thrive here and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Pupils feel safe. They are listened to and know that adults take any concerns seriously. Pupils know how to keep themselves safe in the community and online. They know how to keep themselves physically and mentally healthy. Pupils, including pupils with SEND, have access to a range of opportunities to develop their talents and interests. They speak excitedly about residential trips and visiting the Houses of Parliament. Pupils have opportunities to join clubs such as French, coding, multi-sports and arts and crafts.
What the school should improve
- The writing curriculum is still in the process of being fully developed. The school is working on refining the order in which pupils build their skills in writing for various audiences and purposes. As a result, the quality of pupils' written work is not as strong as it could be. The school should ensure that staff develop the necessary expertise and confidence to effectively implement the writing curriculum so that pupils consistently achieve high standards.
- The teaching of mathematics is not consistently effective. As a result, pupils' recall of their learning in mathematics is variable. The school should continue developing and refining the curriculum and ensure staff follow this closely so pupils achieve well.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
62 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
418 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Silverhill Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mickleover Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | Not published |
| Ravensdale Junior School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Hackwood Primary Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
| Brookfield Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Kiran Savage
- Phone
- 01332511138
- Address
- Draycott Drive, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0QE
- Local authority
- Derby
- URN
- 112765
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.