Litton CofE Primary School
Buxton, SK17 8QU · Derbyshire · primary school
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29th of 263 primary schools in Derbyshire we can score, 354 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.7/10 against 3,670 of them, against 7.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 25.0 · 96 | 38% | 3.69 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Litton CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 25.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the School Council and Eco-Council, take part in the Friday Mile, and can attend the breakfast club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 42 pupils against a stated capacity of 56. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities does the Eco-Council organise during term time? How does the breakfast club integrate with the start of the school day?
What Ofsted said about Litton CofE Primary School
Overview
Litton CofE Primary School is described as a "happy place in which to learn" where pupils feel "very safe and incredibly lucky." The inspection highlights a "broad and ambitious" curriculum and "exceptionally strong" pastoral care, though it notes inconsistencies in planning and assessment across a few subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "exceptionally well" behaviour, with "no unwanted silliness in lessons" and older pupils acting as "wonderful role models."
- The personal, social and health education curriculum is "extremely well organised," ensuring pupils "speak with authority" about keeping themselves safe.
- Reading is a "whole school priority" with a "well organised" phonics curriculum; pupils show "enthusiasm for reading and for books."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "well supported," with the school identifying needs "swiftly" and ensuring they "achieve well."
- Attendance is "extremely well managed," with pupils being "keen to be in school" and eager not to miss learning.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the curriculum is "not as well planned and delivered" as the best, lacking a "precise enough focus" on long-term knowledge.
- Checks on pupils’ understanding are "inconsistent in quality," meaning learning "does not stick as well as it could" in these areas.
- The school must ensure the curriculum is "consistently and securely planned and implemented" to eliminate small inconsistencies in education quality.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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