Darley Dale Primary School
URN: 112591 • Matlock DE4 2QB
Overview
- Name
- Darley Dale Primary School
- URN
- 112591
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Hudson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01629732226
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Greenaway Lane, Matlock DE4 2QB
Summary
Darley Dale Primary School is a mixed community school located in Matlock, Derbyshire, with a current enrollment of 204 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school emphasizes a caring and inclusive environment, fostering a sense of community among students, parents, and staff. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its vision to develop "Inspired, Happy and Successful Learners" who are also resilient and responsible citizens.
The curriculum at Darley Dale is designed to be broad, balanced, and enriched, aiming to inspire curiosity and a love of learning in all children. The school actively promotes British values, including respect and tolerance, and implements a behaviour system based on the principles of respect and responsibility.
Darley Dale Primary School also places a strong emphasis on parental involvement, encouraging families to engage with the school community. The headteacher, Sarah Hudson, invites prospective parents to visit and experience the school's welcoming atmosphere firsthand. Overall, the school aims to create lasting positive memories and support each child's potential.
The curriculum at Darley Dale is designed to be broad, balanced, and enriched, aiming to inspire curiosity and a love of learning in all children. The school actively promotes British values, including respect and tolerance, and implements a behaviour system based on the principles of respect and responsibility.
Darley Dale Primary School also places a strong emphasis on parental involvement, encouraging families to engage with the school community. The headteacher, Sarah Hudson, invites prospective parents to visit and experience the school's welcoming atmosphere firsthand. Overall, the school aims to create lasting positive memories and support each child's potential.
Useful links
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Nearby alternatives
- Lea Primary School (72.9)
- Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School (69.1)
- Crich Junior School (64.8)
- All Saints CofE Junior School (64.5)
- Matlock All Saints Infants' School (64.1)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 106
- FSM %
- 21.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 98 | 106 | 210 | 21.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 204 | 97 | 107 | 210 | 21.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 204 | 90 | 114 | 210 | 11.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 204 | 90 | 114 | 208 | 11.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 203 | 86 | 117 | 208 | 10.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 207 | 92 | 115 | 208 | 9.20 |
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