Castleton CofE Primary School
URN: 112807 • Hope Valley S33 8WE
Overview
- Name
- Castleton CofE Primary School
- URN
- 112807
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jayne Jackson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01433620630
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Back Street, Hope Valley S33 8WE
Summary
Castleton CofE Primary School is a small, voluntary controlled primary school located in Hope Valley, Derbyshire, serving a mixed-gender cohort of 16 pupils with a capacity of 44. The school prides itself on being at the heart of the village community, fostering a nurturing environment where every child is valued as an individual. The school’s ethos is rooted in Christian values, promoting empathy, respect, kindness, cooperation, and resilience among students.
The curriculum at Castleton is designed to be engaging and experiential, making full use of the school's exceptional locality. It includes a strong emphasis on outdoor education, environmental awareness, and a broad range of social, moral, spiritual, and cultural experiences. The school also offers both full-time and flexi-schooling options, catering to the diverse needs of families and enhancing the educational experience through close collaboration with parents.
With a dedicated staff committed to innovative teaching methods, Castleton CofE Primary School aims to inspire a love of learning and achieve high levels of student engagement. The school’s inclusive approach ensures that all children, including those with additional needs, receive the support necessary to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Castleton is designed to be engaging and experiential, making full use of the school's exceptional locality. It includes a strong emphasis on outdoor education, environmental awareness, and a broad range of social, moral, spiritual, and cultural experiences. The school also offers both full-time and flexi-schooling options, catering to the diverse needs of families and enhancing the educational experience through close collaboration with parents.
With a dedicated staff committed to innovative teaching methods, Castleton CofE Primary School aims to inspire a love of learning and achieve high levels of student engagement. The school’s inclusive approach ensures that all children, including those with additional needs, receive the support necessary to thrive academically and socially.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bamford Primary School (62.1)
- Curbar Primary School (61.9)
- Eyam CofE Primary School (61.8)
- Edale CofE Primary School (59.9)
- Grindleford Primary School (57.9)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 44
- Pupils
- 16
- Boys
- 6
- Girls
- 10
- FSM %
- 26.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 44 | 26.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 22 | 9 | 13 | 44 | 25.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 21 | 10 | 11 | 44 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 21 | 10 | 11 | 44 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 21 | 10 | 11 | 44 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 18 | 13 | 5 | 44 | 5.60 |
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