Bramley Vale Primary & Nursery School
74%
Capacity
130
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Bramley Vale Primary & Nursery School
Bramley Vale Primary & Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 130 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bramley Vale Primary & Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Rumsby, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% 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 1235th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 22 in Bolsover.
Bramley Vale Primary & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 6 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bramley Vale Primary & Nursery School include Library, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Football, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Film Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Bramley Vale Primary & Nursery 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 | York Crescent, Chesterfield, Bolsover, S44 5PF |
| Headteacher | Robert Rumsby |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 130 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 130 / 175 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1235th of 13,686
Nationally
101st of 1,353
In East Midlands
3rd of 22
In Bolsover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
81%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed6
12
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
York Crescent, Chesterfield
Bolsover, S44 5PF
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