Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School
URN: 142752 • Derby DE22 1EF
Overview
- Name
- Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School
- URN
- 142752
- 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
- Good
- Ranking score
- 68.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Brown (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01332557139
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Darley Abbey Drive, Derby DE22 1EF
Summary
Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School, located in Derby, is a mixed academy that serves approximately 450 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. Established in 1976, the school has strong ties to the local community and the Church of England, reflecting its Christian ethos. The school's vision is rooted in the values of love and respect, as highlighted in Luke 10:27, which guides its educational approach.
The curriculum at Walter Evans is broad, balanced, and creative, designed to foster social, academic, and personal development. In addition to core subjects, the school offers a wide range of sporting and extra-curricular activities, alongside excellent provisions in music and the arts. High expectations for effort, achievement, and behaviour are maintained to ensure a supportive learning environment.
As part of the Derby Diocesan Multi Academy Trust, Walter Evans prioritises individual care and attention for each child. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, aiming to prepare students for their future in modern Britain while nurturing their Christian values.
The curriculum at Walter Evans is broad, balanced, and creative, designed to foster social, academic, and personal development. In addition to core subjects, the school offers a wide range of sporting and extra-curricular activities, alongside excellent provisions in music and the arts. High expectations for effort, achievement, and behaviour are maintained to ensure a supportive learning environment.
As part of the Derby Diocesan Multi Academy Trust, Walter Evans prioritises individual care and attention for each child. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, aiming to prepare students for their future in modern Britain while nurturing their Christian values.
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Nearby alternatives
- Griffe Field Primary School (78.6)
- Lawn Primary School (77.6)
- Griffe Field Primary School (77.4)
- Homefields Primary School (77.3)
- Lawn Primary School (77.0)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 450
- Boys
- 237
- Girls
- 213
- FSM %
- 5.00
- Open date
- 2016-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 450 | 237 | 213 | 420 | 5.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 449 | 230 | 219 | 420 | 6.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 458 | 220 | 238 | 420 | 4.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 458 | 220 | 238 | 420 | 4.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 452 | 225 | 227 | 420 | 3.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 444 | 222 | 222 | 420 | 1.50 |
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