Royal School for the Deaf Derby
Derby, Derby, East Midlands · DE22 3BH
Royal School for the Deaf Derby is a small independent school in Derby dedicated to the education of deaf children, with around 110 pupils on roll. As a specialist setting offering boarding, it serves a particular group of families seeking tailored support away from mainstream provision. Ofsted rated the school Good overall at its most recent inspection, with the sixth form also judged Good, though leadership was assessed as Requires Improvement. The school is led by Head Mr Paul Burrows.
110
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 110
- Location
- Derby, Derby, East Midlands
- Website
- https://www.rsdd.org.uk/
Headteacher
Head Mr Paul Burrows
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Teaching & academics
Provision is shaped around the needs of deaf learners, with teaching and learning judged Good by Ofsted. The sixth form likewise received a Good rating, suggesting the school is able to support older pupils through to the later stages of their education. Inspectors did, however, identify leadership as an area requiring improvement, which is worth weighing when considering the school's direction.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- Yes
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Last inspected
- 11 December 2024
The last word
A small, specialist setting for deaf children, with boarding and a Good Ofsted judgement. Families will want to ask how the school is addressing the leadership concerns raised at inspection.
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Royal School for the Deaf Derby 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Royal School for the Deaf Derby located?
Royal School for the Deaf Derby is located at Derby, DE22 3BH.
What type of school is Royal School for the Deaf Derby?
Royal School for the Deaf Derby is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Royal School for the Deaf Derby?
Royal School for the Deaf Derby has approximately 110 pupils on roll.
What is Royal School for the Deaf Derby's Ofsted rating?
Royal School for the Deaf Derby was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 11 December 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.