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Ravensdale Junior School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Ravensdale Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Derby , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 351 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

351

Pupils

360

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Ravensdale Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ravensdale Junior School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derby. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Derby before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Ravensdale Junior School — School Information

Full address
Devonshire Drive, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 9EY
Local authority
Derby
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
35.3% of pupils
DfE URN
147399

Other Primary Schools in Derby

If Ravensdale Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Derby are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ravensdale Junior School

Is Ravensdale Junior School oversubscribed?

Ravensdale Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ravensdale Junior School?

Admission to Ravensdale Junior School is managed by Derby. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Ravensdale Junior School cover?

Ravensdale Junior School is a primary school in Derby, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ravensdale Junior School?

Ravensdale Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.