Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School
44%
Capacity
79
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School
Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) 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 79 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (44% of 178 places).
Ofsted has rated Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Craig, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12260th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 7 applications for 4 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Chess, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) 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 | Tideswell, St. John's Road, Buxton, Derbyshire Dales, SK17 8NE |
| Headteacher | Sarah Craig |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 79 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.3% |
| School Capacity | 79 / 178 (44% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12260th of 13,686
Nationally
1197th of 1,353
In East Midlands
26th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
42%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
7
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School
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Contact Information
Tideswell, St. John's Road, Buxton
Derbyshire Dales, SK17 8NE
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