Ashbourne Primary School
69%
Capacity
218
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Ashbourne Primary School
Ashbourne Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashbourne Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paula Chisholm, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Ashbourne Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 31 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashbourne Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Ashbourne 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 | Cokayne Avenue, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Dales, DE6 1EJ |
| Headteacher | Paula Chisholm |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.1% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 315 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cokayne Avenue, Ashbourne
Derbyshire Dales, DE6 1EJ
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