Brassington Primary School

URN: 112515 • Matlock DE4 4HB

Overview

Name
Brassington Primary School
URN
112515
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peter Johnston (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01629540212
Website
Visit
Address
School Hill, Matlock DE4 4HB

Summary

Brassington Primary School is a mixed community school located in the picturesque village of Brassington, Matlock, Derbyshire. With a current enrolment of 60 pupils and a capacity of 70, the school prides itself on fostering a close-knit community atmosphere where every child is valued. The school’s ethos centres around promoting respect, kindness, and the celebration of diversity, aiming to nurture both academic and social potential in all students.

The curriculum at Brassington Primary is designed to be broad and balanced, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning. Students benefit from forest school sessions led by trained specialists, allowing them to engage with their natural environment in hands-on ways. The school is committed to high educational standards and provides various support services, including special educational needs (SEND) provisions and after-school clubs.

Under the leadership of Head of School Laura Duncker-Brown, Brassington Primary School continues to build on its reputation for excellence in education. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits to experience its vibrant learning environment firsthand. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
70
Pupils
60
Boys
40
Girls
20
FSM %
25.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 60 40 20 70 25.00
2024-09-11 50 28 22 70 22.00
2023-09-11 53 31 22 70 15.10
2022-09-11 53 31 22 70 15.10
2021-09-11 49 27 22 70 18.40
2020-09-11 51 26 25 70 9.80

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