Dove Holes CofE Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Hallsteads Dove Holes Buxton Derbyshire SK17 8BJ |
| Phone | 01298812808 |
| Reference Number | 112809 |
Dove Holes C of E Primary School is performing well overall, with an overall effectiveness rated as good across all evaluated domains. Pupils express pride in their school, appreciating the close-knit environment and high expectations for behaviour, guided by strong values. The curriculum is ambitious and caters to the needs of all pupils, with notable emphasis on reading and personal development. The school is actively working on improvements and aims to realize its carefully considered vision through collaboration among staff. However, there are areas for growth, particularly in the consistent delivery of the curriculum as intended. Some lessons do not fully meet the school's expectations, impacting student learning. Additionally, while the school includes students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively in many aspects, it must enhance support for these pupils' social and emotional needs to ensure they can thrive in their learning environment.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 49 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.98%
Girls: 51.02% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 36.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 12.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 10.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 14 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 2 | 8 |
| 2 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 3 | 1 | 6 | 7 |
| 4 | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 5 | 5 | 6 | 11 |
| 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.8% |
| Unclassified | 6.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 4.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Jan 2024 | School inspection: |
| 11 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| 29 Jan 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Apr 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong values underpinning the school's culture.
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum tailored for mixed-age classes.
- Effective approaches to reading that engage pupils.
- Strong personal development programs that promote aspirations.
- Collaborative environment among staff across the federation.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent curriculum delivery leading to variable learning outcomes.
- Inadequate support for the social and emotional needs of some pupils with SEND.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Peak Dale Primary School
School Road, Peak Dale, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8AJ |
1.23 miles |
|
Chapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School
Warmbrook Road, Chapel-En-le-Frith, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 0NL |
1.87 miles |
|
Combs Infant School
Lesser Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Combs High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 9UZ |
2.19 miles |
|
Peak Forest Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Hernstone Lane, Peak Forest, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8EJ |
2.44 miles |
|
St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Lightwood Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7AN |
2.71 miles |
|
St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School
Boarstone Lane, Fairfield, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7NA |
2.78 miles |
|
Fairfield Infant and Nursery School
Fairfield Infant & Nursery School, Bench Road, Fairfield, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7PQ |
2.79 miles |
|
Buxton and Leek College
Devonshire Road, Buxton, SK17 6RY |
2.99 miles |
|
Buxton Infant School
Hardwick Square, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6QB |
3.11 miles |
|
Chinley Primary School
Buxton Road, Chinley, Derbyshire, SK23 6DR |
3.2 miles |
|
Buxton Junior School
Buxton Junior School, Mosley Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9DR |
3.54 miles |
|
Burbage Primary School
Cavendish Avenue, Burbage, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9AE |
3.71 miles |
|
Harpur Hill Primary School
Trent Avenue, Harpur Hill, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9LP |
3.95 miles |
|
Buxworth Primary School
Station Road, Buxworth, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 7NJ |
4.15 miles |
|
Whaley Bridge Primary School
Buxton Road, Whaley Bridge, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 7HX |
4.47 miles |
|
Taxal and Fernilee CofE Primary School
Reddish Road, Whaley Bridge, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 7DL |
4.55 miles |
|
Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School
Tideswell, St. John's Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8NE |
4.91 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Chapel-en-le-Frith High School
Long Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 0TQ |
1.97 miles |
|
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy
Palace Fields, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6AF |
2.79 miles |
|
Peak School
Buxton Road, Chinley, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 6ES |
3.37 miles |
|
Buxton Community School
College Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9EA |
3.67 miles |