Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School
37%
Capacity
39
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School
Bonsall 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 39 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (37% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Smart, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 919th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 8 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Bonsall 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 | Church Street, Matlock, Derbyshire Dales, DE4 2AE |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Smart |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 39 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.3% |
| School Capacity | 39 / 105 (37% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
919th of 13,686
Nationally
76th of 1,353
In East Midlands
4th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
83%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed8
10
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (80% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Street, Matlock
Derbyshire Dales, DE4 2AE
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