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St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School Catchment Area

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

St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Buxton, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 173 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

7–11

Age range

173

Pupils

240

Capacity

72%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior 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.

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 →

St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School — School Information

Full address
Boarstone Lane, Fairfield, Buxton, SK17 7NA
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
56.6% of pupils
DfE URN
112806

Other Primary Schools in Buxton

If St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Buxton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School

Is St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School oversubscribed?

St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School has a capacity of 240 places and currently has 173 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Derbyshire.

What is the admissions policy for St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School?

St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior 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 St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School cover?

St Peter's Church of England (VC) 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 St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School?

St Peter's Church of England (VC) Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.