Monyash CofE Primary School
78%
Capacity
49
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Monyash CofE Primary School
Monyash 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 49 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Monyash CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Slack, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13115th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Monyash CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 8 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Monyash CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 11 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Monyash CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Monyash 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 | Church Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire Dales, DE45 1JH |
| Headteacher | Sharon Slack |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 49 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.5% |
| School Capacity | 49 / 63 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13115th of 13,686
Nationally
1286th of 1,353
In East Midlands
30th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
11
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Monyash CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Street, Bakewell
Derbyshire Dales, DE45 1JH
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