The short version
Average SATs results.
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 59% meeting the expected standard
- This is a Methodist school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
59%
-3.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
14%
+6.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
102
-3.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
16% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 6 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 7–11
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Methodist
Numbers
- Pupils
- 55
- Capacity
- 37%
- FSM
- 45.5%
Governance
- Local authority
- Derbyshire
- Trust
- EPWORTH EDUCATION TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Sarah Elizabeth Owens
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksOfficial inspection link pending
We have not attached an official inspection report link to this school page yet.
No official inspection report links have been attached to this school page yet.
Location
Stoney Close, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1FR
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
How many pupils attend Bakewell Methodist Academy?
Bakewell Methodist Academy currently has 55 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Bakewell Methodist Academy take?
Bakewell Methodist Academy caters for pupils aged 7 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Bakewell Methodist Academy?
Bakewell Methodist Academy is in Bakewell, DE45 1FR, in the Derbyshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Bakewell Methodist Academy have a sixth form?
No, Bakewell Methodist Academy does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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