Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Matlock

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Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School

Matlock, DE4 2GL

50 Pupils

106 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

58.00% FSM %

27 Boys

23 Girls

About Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School

Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School is a mixed-gender Academies located in Matlock, Derbyshire, in the East Midlands region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 50 pupils on roll. School capacity: 106. Current headteacher: Ben O'Connell.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Derbyshire
Region	East Midlands
Administrative District	Derbyshire Dales
Parliamentary Constituency	Derbyshire Dales
Ward	Darley Dale
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	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Opened	01-05-2017
UKPRN	10056890
URN	142839
Data Last Updated	21-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (5)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Elisabeth Stanners	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/09/2022	26/01/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Stefanie Perrott	Local Governance Professional - Individual Academy or Free School	01/09/2023	—	N/A
Kim Birds	Local Governor	21/11/2023	20/11/2027	Elected by parents
Mr Sophie Preston	Local Governor	01/09/2024	01/09/2028	Elected by school staff
Diana Wills	Local Governor	24/07/2024	24/07/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Darley Dale Primary School

1.58 km • Matlock

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Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School

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Winster CofE Primary School

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All Saints CofE Junior School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School?

Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Matlock, Derbyshire.

How many pupils does Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School have?

Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School has 50 pupils, with a capacity of 106.

What is the age range at Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School?

Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School is Mr Ben O'Connell.

Where is Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School located?

Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School is at Church Road, Darley Dale, Matlock, DE4 2GL, in the Derbyshire local authority, East Midlands.

Does Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School currently open?

Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Ben O'Connell

Church Road, Darley Dale, Matlock, DE4 2GL

01629732236

www.darleychurchtownschool.co.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 142839

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026