Old Vicarage School
School summary
A small independent school in Derby, Old Vicarage School educates around 121 boys and girls from the early years through to age 11. With such a modest roll, it offers a close-knit, family feel where pupils are likely to be known well by staff. The school is non-denominational and day-only, and was judged excellent by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. It is led by Mrs Kerry Wise.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
Free month · No payment needed
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 7 October 2025
Teaching & academics
The ISI awarded Old Vicarage School its top grade of excellent, a strong indication that pupils achieve well across the curriculum. Covering ages 3 to 11, the school provides a complete primary-stage education that prepares children for the move to senior school. Its small size allows teaching to be closely tailored to each child.
Head · Mrs Kerry Wise
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Schools nearby
Include - St Matthews
Derby, East Midlands
Emmanuel School (Derby) Limited
Derby, East Midlands
Aurora Ryefields School
Derby, East Midlands
Royal School for the Deaf Derby
Derby, East Midlands
Maple View School
Derby, East Midlands
Derby High School
Derby, East Midlands
Watch Passmate decide how to teach.
Answer as a child would. Left: what they see. Right: what it learns about them.
A small Derby prep with an excellent ISI rating and an equally strong record for personal development, well suited to families seeking individual attention through the primary years.
That’s where Passmate comes in. Tutoring is the most effective thing in a child’s preparation - a well-tutored child can outperform the vast majority of their peers. Passmate works alongside your tutor, not instead of them: it learns how your child thinks, finds the gaps, and shows the tutor exactly where to spend each session - so the limited time you have lands on what actually decides a place.
Works alongside your child’s tutor - not instead of them.
Free month · No payment needed
Old Vicarage School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.