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Hartington CofE Primary School

Derbyshire Dales, SK17 0ASPrimaryAges 4–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Jun 2024
KS2 Results
No data
Competition
1.0×
Not oversubscribed
1 1st-choice / 1 places
Ranking
Not ranked

About Hartington CofE Primary School

Hartington CofE Primary School is a very small Church of England primary in the Derbyshire Dales, currently teaching just 24 pupils against a capacity of 50. That means the school is running at under half its potential size, which is unusual for a state primary and gives it a genuinely intimate feel. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 8.3%, notably lower than the national average of around 23%, reflecting the relatively affluent local area. Despite the small roll, demand for places is strong: for the 2025/26 intake, the school received five applications for just one available place, making it officially oversubscribed with a ratio of five applicants per spot. Only one of those applications was a first preference, suggesting that while the school is popular locally, its tiny intake means competition is concentrated on a single place each year. This is a school that suits families who value a close-knit, rural setting and are prepared to navigate a tight admissions process.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressThe Dale, Buxton, Derbyshire Dales, SK17 0AS
HeadteacherTracy Blackwell
Local AuthorityDerbyshire
Number of Pupils24
Free School Meals (FSM)8.3%
School Capacity24 / 50 (48% full)

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

26 Jun 2024
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

8
Forest SchoolSports HallOutdoor PlaygroundArt StudiosDining HallICT SuiteMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

FootballCricketDanceRoundersSwimmingTennisGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

GardeningArt ClubDrama

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

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AutismMental HealthSpeech & Language

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Hartington CofE Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.