Hodthorpe Primary School
90%
Capacity
95
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Hodthorpe Primary School
Hodthorpe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 95 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hodthorpe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Fretwell-Evans, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 0% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13663rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 22 in Bolsover.
Hodthorpe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 13 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hodthorpe Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Choir, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Hodthorpe 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Queen's Road, Worksop, Bolsover, S80 4UT |
| Headteacher | Nicola Fretwell-Evans |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 95 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.0% |
| School Capacity | 95 / 105 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (0%)
13663rd of 13,686
Nationally
1349th of 1,353
In East Midlands
22nd of 22
In Bolsover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
0%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
0%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Queen's Road, Worksop
Bolsover, S80 4UT
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