Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School
71%
Capacity
40
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School
Kirk Ireton C of E 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 40 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Peter Johnston, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 4 applications for 2 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 75% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Kirk Ireton C of E 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 | Main Street, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Dales, DE6 3LD |
| Headteacher | Peter Johnston |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 40 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.0% |
| School Capacity | 40 / 56 (71% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 3 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
24 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
4
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Street, Ashbourne
Derbyshire Dales, DE6 3LD
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