Earl Sterndale CofE Primary School
83%
Capacity
29
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Earl Sterndale CofE Primary School
Earl Sterndale CofE 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 29 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 35 places).
Ofsted has rated Earl Sterndale CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Humpleby, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Earl Sterndale CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 8 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Earl Sterndale CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Earl Sterndale CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Earl Sterndale 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Earl Sterndale, Buxton, Derbyshire Dales, SK17 0BS |
| Headteacher | Sarah Humpleby |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 29 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 29 / 35 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Dec 2024): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
12 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
12
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Earl Sterndale, Buxton
Derbyshire Dales, SK17 0BS
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