Tansley Primary School
88%
Capacity
77
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About Tansley Primary School
Tansley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 77 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 88 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tansley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Maycock, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11874th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Tansley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 4 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 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 Tansley Primary School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Tansley 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gold Hill, Matlock, Derbyshire Dales, DE4 5FG |
| Headteacher | Karen Maycock |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 77 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 77 / 88 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11874th of 13,686
Nationally
1149th of 1,353
In East Midlands
25th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
44%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed4
18
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gold Hill, Matlock
Derbyshire Dales, DE4 5FG
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