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Buxworth Primary School Catchment Area

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

Buxworth Primary School is a community primary school in High Peak, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 103 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

103

Pupils

105

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Buxworth Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Buxworth Primary 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: 98% 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.

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Buxworth Primary School — School Information

Full address
Station Road, Buxworth, High Peak, SK23 7NJ
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
27.2% of pupils
DfE URN
112526

Other Primary Schools in High Peak

If Buxworth Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in High Peak are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Buxworth Primary School

Is Buxworth Primary School oversubscribed?

Buxworth Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 105 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Buxworth Primary School?

Admission to Buxworth Primary 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 Buxworth Primary School cover?

Buxworth Primary School is a primary school in High Peak, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Buxworth Primary School?

Buxworth Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.