Coton-in-the-Elms Cof E Primary School
URN: 112812 • Swadlincote DE12 8HE
Overview
- Name
- Coton-in-the-Elms Cof E Primary School
- URN
- 112812
- 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
- 53.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Karen Burton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01283761361
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Elmslea Avenue, Swadlincote DE12 8HE
Summary
Coton-in-the-Elms CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 138 pupils, against a capacity of 175. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve academic success while also prioritising their physical and mental well-being. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, PEACE (Perseverance, Excellence, Awe and Wonder, Compassion, and Enjoyment), which reflects the core values that guide the school's community.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Karen Burton, Coton-in-the-Elms aims to provide a holistic education that prepares students for the challenges of a changing society. The curriculum is designed to integrate local community and parish links, ensuring that students develop a sense of belonging and responsibility. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing individual potential, encouraging children to strive for excellence in all their endeavours.
The school welcomes visitors and encourages parental involvement, recognising the importance of collaboration between home and school. Coton-in-the-Elms is dedicated to creating a supportive and caring environment where children can thrive both academically and personally.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Karen Burton, Coton-in-the-Elms aims to provide a holistic education that prepares students for the challenges of a changing society. The curriculum is designed to integrate local community and parish links, ensuring that students develop a sense of belonging and responsibility. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing individual potential, encouraging children to strive for excellence in all their endeavours.
The school welcomes visitors and encourages parental involvement, recognising the importance of collaboration between home and school. Coton-in-the-Elms is dedicated to creating a supportive and caring environment where children can thrive both academically and personally.
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Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 175
- Pupils
- 138
- Boys
- 83
- Girls
- 55
- FSM %
- 18.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 138 | 83 | 55 | 175 | 18.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 134 | 73 | 61 | 175 | 17.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 142 | 72 | 70 | 175 | 17.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 142 | 72 | 70 | 175 | 17.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 130 | 65 | 65 | 175 | 20.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 125 | 54 | 71 | 140 | 12.00 |
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