Carsington and Hopton Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 5-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Carsington Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4DE |
| Phone | 01629540206 |
| Reference Number | 112878 |
Carsington and Hopton Primary School has demonstrated continued effectiveness in its educational offerings, maintaining its status as a good school since its last inspection in 2018. Pupils at the school thrive in a supportive environment, showing enjoyment in their learning and engaging in thoughtful discussions. The curriculum is designed thoughtfully, catering to pupils from various ages and abilities, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Parent feedback highlights a sense of community and care among staff and students, contributing positively to the school's atmosphere. Despite its successes, the school faces challenges in ensuring that all pupils develop strong reading skills. There are some misconceptions in phonics that need urgent attention to help students read more fluently and confidently. The school is actively addressing these concerns and has established plans for improvements, particularly in its phonics instruction. Overall, while the school's strengths are notable, ongoing efforts to refine aspects of its curriculum, particularly in reading, will further enhance pupil outcomes.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 36 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 22.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 18 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 20 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2 | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| 3 | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Unclassified | 61.1% |
| White, British | 38.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 May 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 May 2024 | School inspection |
| 11 Sep 2018 | Short inspection |
| 12 Nov 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Feb 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Oct 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 17 May 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong sense of community and care among staff and pupils.
- Ambitious curriculum tailored for mixed age classes.
- Effective collaboration with other schools in The Village Federation.
- Robust support for pupils with SEND, enabling them to achieve well.
- Effective training for staff in curriculum, behaviour, and safeguarding.
- Rich opportunities for wider pupil development through planned activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils have misconceptions in phonics affecting their reading proficiency.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 1 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Brassington Primary School
School Hill, Brassington, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4HB |
1.44 miles |
|
Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School
Main Street, Kirk Ireton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3LD |
2.14 miles |
|
Middleton Community Primary School
Main Street, Middleton-by-Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4LQ |
2.17 miles |
|
Wirksworth CofE Infant School
Greenway Croft, North End, Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4FG |
2.28 miles |
|
Wirksworth Junior School
Wash Green, Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4FD |
2.37 miles |
|
Kniveton CofE Primary School
Ostrich Lane, Kniveton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1JJ |
3.17 miles |
|
Cromford Church of England Primary School
North Street, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RG |
3.36 miles |
|
Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School
Church Street, Bonsall, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2AE |
3.44 miles |
|
Matlock Bath Holy Trinity CofE Controlled Primary School
14 Clifton Road, Matlock Bath, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3PW |
3.78 miles |
|
Hulland CofE Primary School
Firs Avenue, Hulland, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3FS |
3.84 miles |
|
Parwich Primary School
Parwich, Parwich Primary School, Parwich, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1QJ |
4.23 miles |
|
Winster CofE Primary School
Wensley Road, Winster, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2DH |
4.58 miles |
|
St Giles Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Starkholmes Road, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3DD |
4.71 miles |
|
Lea Primary School
Church Street, Lea, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5JP |
4.9 miles |
|
Turnditch Church of England Primary School
Ashbourne Road, Turnditch, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2LH |
4.95 miles |
|
Bradley CofE Primary School
Yew Tree Lane, Bradley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1PG |
4.98 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Anthony Gell School
Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4DX |
2.18 miles |
|
Alderwasley Hall School
Higg Lane, Alderwasley, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2SR |
4.56 miles |