Newton Primary School
101%
Capacity
148
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Newton Primary School
Newton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 148 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 147 places).
Ofsted has rated Newton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Hughes, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4555th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 22 in Bolsover.
Newton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 18 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newton Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Newton 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 | Hall Lane, Alfreton, Bolsover, DE55 5TL |
| Headteacher | Sarah Hughes |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.3% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 147 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4555th of 13,686
Nationally
405th of 1,353
In East Midlands
6th of 22
In Bolsover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
69%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hall Lane, Alfreton
Bolsover, DE55 5TL
Journey to School
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