Hilltop Primary Academy
89%
Capacity
125
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Hilltop Primary Academy
Hilltop Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 125 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 140 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hilltop Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ronni Barker, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Hilltop Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 12 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
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 Hilltop Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Hilltop Primary Academy 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 | Wyaston Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Dales, DE6 1NB |
| Headteacher | Ronni Barker |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 125 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.5% |
| School Capacity | 125 / 140 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2022. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wyaston Road, Ashbourne
Derbyshire Dales, DE6 1NB
Wyaston Road, Ashbourne
Derbyshire Dales, DE6 1NB
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