Biggin CofE Primary School
30%
Capacity
18
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Biggin CofE Primary School
Biggin CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 18 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (30% of 60 places).
Ofsted has rated Biggin CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Teresa Nicholls, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
The school has 1 places available and received 1 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Biggin CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Biggin CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Main Street, Buxton, Derbyshire Dales, SK17 0DQ |
| Headteacher | Teresa Nicholls |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 18 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.2% |
| School Capacity | 18 / 60 (30% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Apr 2012. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/261
1
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Street, Buxton
Derbyshire Dales, SK17 0DQ
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