Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School — Primary School in Derby

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Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School

Derby, DE22 1EF

450 Pupils

420 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

5.00% FSM %

237 Boys

213 Girls

About Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School

Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School is a Primary Academies serving Derby and the surrounding area in Derby with a Church of England character. The school for pupils aged 3–11 is part of the East Midlands region.

It has 450 pupils on roll. School capacity: 420. Current headteacher: David Brown.

Information on Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School is sourced from the DfE GIAS database, the authoritative register of all schools and educational establishments in England.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Derby
Region	East Midlands
Administrative District	Derby
Parliamentary Constituency	Derby North
Ward	Darley
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Opened	01-04-2016
UKPRN	10056154
URN	142752
Data Last Updated	13-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Dr Peter Meakin	Chair of Local Governing Body	31/08/2019	17/07/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Ms Joanne Baines	Local Governor	12/07/2018	17/07/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Rev Rachael Brooks	Local Governor	23/05/2024	22/05/2028	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Headteacher David Brown	Local Governor	26/01/2017	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Amy Burton	Local Governor	08/01/2024	07/01/2028	Elected by parents
Mrs Rosalind Clark	Local Governor	27/11/2014	29/06/2027	Appointed by LA
Miss Laura Gunn	Local Governor	04/10/2018	04/10/2026	Elected by school staff
Mr Tom Hughes	Local Governor	08/01/2024	07/01/2028	Elected by parents
Mr Ben Kelsey	Local Governor	18/06/2020	17/06/2028	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mrs Sarah Northam	Local Governor	30/06/2019	16/10/2027	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Benjamin Ricketts	Local Governor	22/11/2018	22/11/2026	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Old Vicarage School

0.22 km • Derby

Other

Include - St Matthews

0.37 km • Derby

Other

Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy

0.43 km • Derby

Other

St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy

0.8 km • Derby

Other

Lawn Primary School

1.03 km • Derby

Other

Portway Junior School

1.22 km • Derby

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School?

Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Derby, Derby.

How many pupils does Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School have?

Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School has 450 pupils, with a capacity of 420.

What is the age range at Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School?

Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School?

The Headteacher at Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School is Mr David Brown.

Where is Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School located?

Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School is at Darley Abbey Drive, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1EF, in the Derby local authority, East Midlands.

Does Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School currently open?

Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr David Brown

Darley Abbey Drive, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1EF

01332557139

www.walterevans.derby.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 142752

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026