PrimaryData as of May 2026

Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School

Tideswell, Buxton, SK17 8NE

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Church of England

Pupils

Ages

4-11

FSM

20.3%

Capacity

178

Ofsted

Good

May 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

82.0%

Writing

82.0%

Maths

64.0%

RWM Combined

55.0%

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About Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School

Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School is a primary school in Buxton, Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 79 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Tideswell, Buxton, SK17 8NE | More schools in Derbyshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2023 — School remains Good
May 2015 — Good (predecessor: Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School

What is Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School's latest exam results?

Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School located?

Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School is a primary school in Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 8NE).

How many pupils attend Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School?

Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School has around 79 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School with other schools?

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