Longford CofE Primary School
80%
Capacity
56
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Longford CofE Primary School
Longford CofE 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 56 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated Longford CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elise Piper-Hadfield, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 7th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Longford CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 12 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Longford CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Longford 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Main Street, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Dales, DE6 3DR |
| Headteacher | Elise Piper-Hadfield |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 56 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.3% |
| School Capacity | 56 / 70 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
7th of 13,686
Nationally
2nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
1st of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
100%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
100%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% 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 3DR
Journey to School
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