Curbar Primary School
96%
Capacity
71
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Curbar Primary School
Curbar Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 71 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 74 places).
Ofsted has rated Curbar Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Beahan, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3966th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Curbar Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 9 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
Curbar Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 1 parents).
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 Curbar Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Curbar 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Calver Bridge, Hope Valley, Derbyshire Dales, S32 3XA |
| Headteacher | Simon Beahan |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 71 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 71 / 74 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3966th of 13,686
Nationally
353rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
9th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
71%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Calver Bridge, Hope Valley
Derbyshire Dales, S32 3XA
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