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Buxton Junior School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Buxton Junior School is a community primary school in Buxton, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 232 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

232

Pupils

240

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Buxton Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Buxton Junior School is set by Derbyshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Derbyshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Derbyshire catchment area documents →

Buxton Junior School — School Information

Full address
Buxton Junior School, Mosley Road, Buxton, SK17 9DR
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
31.9% of pupils
DfE URN
112521

Other Primary Schools in Buxton

If Buxton Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Buxton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Buxton Junior School

Is Buxton Junior School oversubscribed?

Buxton Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 240 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Buxton Junior School?

Admission to Buxton Junior School is managed by Derbyshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Buxton Junior School cover?

Buxton Junior School is a primary school in Buxton, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Buxton Junior School?

Buxton Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.