South Darley CofE Primary School
80%
Capacity
56
Pupils
5.3x
Demand
About South Darley CofE Primary School
South Darley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 56 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated South Darley CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Wilde, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9245th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
South Darley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 3 places, making it 5.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
South Darley CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 8 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Darley CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, South Darley CofE 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Cross Green, Matlock, Derbyshire Dales, DE4 2JT |
| Headteacher | Paul Wilde |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 56 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.2% |
| School Capacity | 56 / 70 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9245th of 13,686
Nationally
860th of 1,353
In East Midlands
20th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
56%
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
8Facilities 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
16
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About South Darley CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Cross Green, Matlock
Derbyshire Dales, DE4 2JT
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