Sudbury Primary School
63%
Capacity
44
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Sudbury Primary School
Sudbury Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 44 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sudbury Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Hickey, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12479th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Sudbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 2 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sudbury Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Tennis, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Sudbury 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Dales, DE6 5HZ |
| Headteacher | Stephen Hickey |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 44 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| School Capacity | 44 / 70 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12479th of 13,686
Nationally
1219th of 1,353
In East Midlands
27th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
40%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
10
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Ashbourne
Derbyshire Dales, DE6 5HZ
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