Palterton Primary School
100%
Capacity
91
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Palterton Primary School
Palterton 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 91 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 91 places).
Ofsted has rated Palterton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rosalind Horsley, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Palterton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 13 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Palterton Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Film Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Palterton 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 | Back Lane, Chesterfield, Bolsover, S44 6UN |
| Headteacher | Rosalind Horsley |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 91 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 91 / 91 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
47
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Back Lane, Chesterfield
Bolsover, S44 6UN
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