Derby has 15 secondary schools with a published Ofsted grade. At their latest inspection 1 was outstanding or exceptional and 71% good or better, against 81% of secondary schools across England. The most recent was inspected on 26 Oct 2026. Source: Ofsted inspection reports (Open Government Licence v3).
- 1 outstanding or exceptional
- 9 good, strong or expected
- 3 requires improvement or needs attention
- 1 inadequate or urgent improvement
| Secondary schools | Latest grade | Inspected | Postcode area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landau Forte College | Outstanding | 27 Mar 2024 | DE1 |
| Allestree Woodlands School | Good | 24 Apr 2024 | DE22 |
| Chellaston Academy | Good | 13 Sept 2023 | DE73 |
| Derby Cathedral School | Good | 18 Jan 2023 | DE1 |
| Lees Brook Academy | Good | 20 Sept 2023 | DE21 |
| Littleover Community School | Good | 20 Oct 2022 | DE23 |
| Murray Park Community School | Expected | 30 Jun 2026 | DE3 |
| Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy | Good | 16 May 2018 | DE22 |
| The Bemrose School | Good | 14 Mar 2024 | DE22 |
| West Park School | Good | 27 Apr 2016 | DE21 |
| Alvaston Moor Academy | Requires improvement | 22 Nov 2023 | DE24 |
| Da Vinci Academy | Needs attention | 3 Feb 2026 | DE21 |
| Noel-Baker Academy | Needs attention | 30 Jun 2026 | DE24 |
| City of Derby Academy | Urgent improvement | 9 Jun 2026 | DE24 |
| Derby Moor Spencer Academy | No grade | 26 Oct 2026 | DE23 |