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Clifton CofE Primary School Catchment Area

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

Clifton CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Ashbourne, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 100 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

100

Pupils

105

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Clifton CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Clifton CofE Primary School is managed by Derbyshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 95% 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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Clifton CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cross Side, Clifton Village, Ashbourne, DE6 2GJ
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
13% of pupils
DfE URN
112811

Other Primary Schools in Ashbourne

If Clifton CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Ashbourne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Clifton CofE Primary School

Is Clifton CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Clifton CofE Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 105 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Clifton CofE Primary School?

Clifton CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Derbyshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Clifton CofE Primary School cover?

Clifton CofE Primary School is a primary school in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Clifton CofE Primary School?

Clifton CofE Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.