Wirksworth CofE Infant School
64%
Capacity
58
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Wirksworth CofE Infant School
Wirksworth CofE Infant School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 58 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Wirksworth CofE Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Poyser, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Wirksworth CofE Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 13 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wirksworth CofE Infant School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Netball, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, Wirksworth CofE Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Greenway Croft, Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire Dales, DE4 4FG |
| Headteacher | Joanne Poyser |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 58 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 58 / 90 (64% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greenway Croft, Wirksworth, Matlock
Derbyshire Dales, DE4 4FG
Greenway Croft, Wirksworth, Matlock
Derbyshire Dales, DE4 4FG
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