Middleton Community Primary School
104%
Capacity
96
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Middleton Community Primary School
Middleton Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 96 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 92 places).
Ofsted has rated Middleton Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Dugdale, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6331st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Middleton Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 11 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Middleton Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Swimming, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Middleton Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Main Street, Matlock, Derbyshire Dales, DE4 4LQ |
| Headteacher | Alison Dugdale |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 96 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 96 / 92 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6331st of 13,686
Nationally
568th of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
64%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% 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, Matlock
Derbyshire Dales, DE4 4LQ
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