Scarcliffe Primary School
98%
Capacity
89
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Scarcliffe Primary School
Scarcliffe 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 89 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 91 places).
Ofsted has rated Scarcliffe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Brocklesby Jack Horton, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% 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 626th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 22 in Bolsover.
Scarcliffe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 13 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scarcliffe Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Scarcliffe 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 | Fox Hill, Bolsover, Chesterfield, Bolsover, S44 6TH |
| Headteacher | Hannah Brocklesby Jack Horton |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 89 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 89 / 91 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
626th of 13,686
Nationally
55th of 1,353
In East Midlands
2nd of 22
In Bolsover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
86%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
44
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Scarcliffe Primary School
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Contact Information
Fox Hill, Bolsover, Chesterfield
Bolsover, S44 6TH
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