Litton CofE Primary School
82%
Capacity
46
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Litton CofE Primary School
Litton CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 46 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 56 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Litton CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Hicks, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10843rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Litton CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 6 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 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 Litton CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Litton 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Litton, Buxton, Derbyshire Dales, SK17 8QU |
| Headteacher | Caroline Hicks |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 46 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.4% |
| School Capacity | 46 / 56 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 24 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10843rd of 13,686
Nationally
1038th of 1,353
In East Midlands
22nd of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
10
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 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
Litton, Buxton
Derbyshire Dales, SK17 8QU
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