Bamford Primary School

URN: 112504 • Hope Valley S33 0AR

Overview

Name
Bamford Primary School
URN
112504
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Gemmell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01433651267
Website
Visit
Address
Fidlers Well, Hope Valley S33 0AR

Summary

Bamford Primary School is a community school located in Hope Valley, Derbyshire, catering to children aged 5 to 11, with a current enrolment of 59 pupils. The school prides itself on being an integral part of the local community, fostering strong partnerships among parents, staff, and students to achieve high educational standards. The school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted in its latest inspection and has received recognition for its commitment to quality education and community engagement.

The curriculum at Bamford Primary is broad and balanced, covering essential subjects such as English, maths, science, and the arts, alongside personal, social, and health education (PSHE). The school also emphasizes outdoor activities and environmental responsibility, exemplified by recent fundraising efforts for solar panel installation, which aims to reduce the school's carbon footprint and energy costs.

Support for students is a key focus, with provisions for special educational needs and a commitment to safeguarding. The school encourages a sense of adventure and resilience among its pupils through various extracurricular activities, including clubs and community events, thereby nurturing well-rounded individuals.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
107
Pupils
59
Boys
30
Girls
29
FSM %
6.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 59 30 29 107 6.80
2024-09-11 66 37 29 107 10.60
2023-09-11 74 41 33 107 14.90
2022-09-11 74 41 33 107 14.90
2021-09-11 77 39 38 107 13.00
2020-09-11 77 41 36 107 9.10

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