St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School
72%
Capacity
173
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School
St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the High Peak community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 173 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jayne Mercer, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9747th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 34 in High Peak.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School include Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Coding, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in High Peak, St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Boarstone Lane, Buxton, High Peak, SK17 7NA |
| Headteacher | Jayne Mercer |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 173 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.6% |
| School Capacity | 173 / 240 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9747th of 13,686
Nationally
927th of 1,353
In East Midlands
16th of 34
In High Peak
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
54%
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School
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Contact Information
Boarstone Lane, Buxton
High Peak, SK17 7NA
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