Peak Forest Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is located on Hernstone Lane in the picturesque village of Buxton, Derbyshire. As a voluntary controlled primary school, it serves a mixed-gender population of children aged 4 to 11 years. Currently, the school has 32 pupils enrolled, with a capacity for 49, indicating a close-knit educational environment. The school is part of the Woodland Federation of Peak District Schools, which promotes collaboration among its member institutions. The catchment area primarily includes the surrounding rural community, fostering a sense of belonging and local identity. The school's motto, 'Nurturing children who are Healthy, Happy and Hungry to Learn,' reflects its commitment to the holistic development of its students.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Section 8 (did not convert)