Brailsford CofE Primary School
129%
Capacity
155
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Brailsford CofE Primary School
Brailsford CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 155 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (129% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brailsford CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Foulds, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Brailsford CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 20 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brailsford CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Rounders, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Brailsford 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Luke Lane, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Dales, DE6 3BY |
| Headteacher | Nicola Foulds |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 155 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 155 / 120 (129% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Feb 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2019. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Luke Lane, Ashbourne
Derbyshire Dales, DE6 3BY
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