Question 1

Is Stoney Middleton CofE (C) Primary School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest Ofsted inspection (18–19 June 2024) judged the school Good overall, with Good judgements for quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Safeguarding was reported as effective.

Question 2

What are the fees at Stoney Middleton CofE (C) Primary School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state school with no tuition fees. Families may still pay for optional extras such as wraparound care, trips, clubs, and uniform.

Question 3

How do I apply for a Reception place for September 2027?

Accepted Answer

Reception applications are coordinated by Derbyshire County Council. For September 2027 entry, applications open 9 November 2026, the deadline is 15 January 2027, and offers are issued on 16 April 2027.

Question 4

Does the school offer nursery places, and how do you apply?

Accepted Answer

Nursery places are available from age 3. The federation’s admissions information states nursery applications are made directly to the school using a nursery admission form rather than via the local authority coordinated process.

Question 5

What are federation "together days"?

Accepted Answer

The school works within The Woodland Federation of Peak District Schools. The latest inspection describes pupils learning in the small school setting for most of the week, then joining wider groups of pupils and staff on federation "together days" for shared learning such as woodland learning (including forest school), music and PE.

Question 6

Is wraparound care available, and what does it cost?

Accepted Answer

The school’s published wraparound offer includes breakfast club from 8:00am (free). Tuesday–Thursday after-school provision runs until 4:15pm at £1.50 per child, and there is an option until 6:00pm at £6 per child delivered at another federation site with transport provided for collection.

Question 7

Does the school offer flexi-schooling?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The federation publishes a flexi-schooling model with three core attendance days (Tuesday to Thursday) and wider subject teaching delivered on federation "together days" (Monday and Friday). Families considering this route should check the school’s expectations and how home learning is structured.

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