Anthony Bek Community Primary School
116%
Capacity
243
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Anthony Bek Community Primary School
Anthony Bek Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Anthony Bek Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna-Marie Johnson, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10211th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 22 in Bolsover.
Anthony Bek Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 23 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Anthony Bek Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Anthony Bek Community Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Rotherham Road, Mansfield, Bolsover, NG19 7PG |
| Headteacher | Donna-Marie Johnson |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.5% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 210 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10211th of 13,686
Nationally
973rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
15th of 22
In Bolsover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
31
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rotherham Road, Mansfield
Bolsover, NG19 7PG
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