William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School

URN: 141850 • Belper DE56 4EB

Overview

Name
William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School
URN
141850
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
69.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Britten (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01332840395
Website
Visit
Address
Vicarage Lane, Belper DE56 4EB

Summary

William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy located in Belper, Derbyshire, catering to 247 pupils aged 4 to 11, with a nursery that accommodates 26 children. The school is part of the Derby Diocese Multi Academy Trust and emphasizes a Christian ethos, aiming to foster a safe and supportive learning environment where children can thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum is designed to be rich and challenging, equipping students with essential skills and a love for lifelong learning. The school promotes values of respect and kindness, encouraging pupils to appreciate diversity and understand their role within the wider community. Close collaboration between home and school is emphasized, as it is believed to be crucial for student success.

William Gilbert School serves primarily the Ecclesiastical area, including Duffield, but welcomes pupils from outside this catchment if space permits. The dedicated staff and governors work together to ensure that every child is valued and supported, fostering a culture where happy learners can become successful learners.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
245
Pupils
247
Boys
124
Girls
123
FSM %
9.10
Open date
2015-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 247 124 123 245 9.10
2024-09-11 250 121 129 245 9.50
2023-09-11 268 120 148 233 7.00
2022-09-11 268 120 148 233 7.00
2021-09-11 262 114 148 233 6.80
2020-09-11 275 121 154 233 5.40

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