Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School
74%
Capacity
62
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 62 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alexia Wyer, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9478th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 3 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Woodhouse Road, Matlock, Derbyshire Dales, DE4 2ED |
| Headteacher | Alexia Wyer |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 62 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.8% |
| School Capacity | 62 / 84 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9478th of 13,686
Nationally
890th of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
10
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodhouse Road, Matlock
Derbyshire Dales, DE4 2ED
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