Brassington Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | School Hill Brassington Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4HB |
| Phone | 01629540212 |
| Reference Number | 112515 |
Brassington Primary School is performing well, continuing its reputation as a good school. The leadership team has high expectations, fostering a safe, inclusive, and caring environment for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Parents express positive sentiments about the school, appreciating the support their children receive. The curriculum is ambitious and well-sequenced, promoting both academic and personal development. However, there are some areas for improvement in ensuring that key knowledge is clearly defined across all subjects to enhance long-term retention among pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 60 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 66.67%
Girls: 33.33% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 25% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 4 | 10 |
| 2 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 3 | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| 4 | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| 6 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 98.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 May 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 May 2023 | School inspection |
| 20 Mar 2018 | Short inspection |
| 18 Jun 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 24 Mar 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Sep 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Nov 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Leaders have set high expectations for all pupils.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils create a supportive environment.
- Curriculum plans are well sequenced and ambitious.
- Teachers effectively assess and address gaps in learning.
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics from an early age.
- Pupils with SEND benefit from well-identified needs and effective interventions.
- Wide range of extracurricular activities and opportunities for personal development.
- Effective safeguarding culture in the school.
Areas for Improvement
- Key knowledge in some subjects is not clearly defined, impacting learning retention.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Carsington and Hopton Primary School
Carsington, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4DE |
1.44 miles |
|
Kniveton CofE Primary School
Ostrich Lane, Kniveton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1JJ |
2.69 miles |
|
Parwich Primary School
Parwich, Parwich Primary School, Parwich, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1QJ |
2.85 miles |
|
Middleton Community Primary School
Main Street, Middleton-by-Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4LQ |
3.03 miles |
|
Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School
Main Street, Kirk Ireton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3LD |
3.37 miles |
|
Wirksworth CofE Infant School
Greenway Croft, North End, Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4FG |
3.54 miles |
|
Wirksworth Junior School
Wash Green, Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4FD |
3.65 miles |
|
Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School
Church Street, Bonsall, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2AE |
3.86 miles |
|
Winster CofE Primary School
Wensley Road, Winster, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2DH |
4.07 miles |
|
Cromford Church of England Primary School
North Street, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RG |
4.22 miles |
|
Elton CofE Primary School
Main Street, Elton, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2BW |
4.23 miles |
|
Fitzherbert CofE (Aided) Primary School
Ashes Lane, Fenny Bentley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1LD |
4.38 miles |
|
Matlock Bath Holy Trinity CofE Controlled Primary School
14 Clifton Road, Matlock Bath, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3PW |
4.45 miles |
|
Hulland CofE Primary School
Firs Avenue, Hulland, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3FS |
4.49 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Anthony Gell School
Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4DX |
3.51 miles |