Buxton Infant School
88%
Capacity
158
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Buxton Infant School
Buxton Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the High Peak community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 158 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Buxton Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jude Boyd, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Buxton Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 41 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Buxton Infant School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Buxton Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in High Peak, Buxton Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hardwick Square, Buxton, High Peak, SK17 6QB |
| Headteacher | Jude Boyd |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 158 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.4% |
| School Capacity | 158 / 180 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2024. 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
2025/26Oversubscribed41
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hardwick Square, Buxton
High Peak, SK17 6QB
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