Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School, Matlock

In its own words: "We are a busy and friendly Christian school, with lots going on. Please feel free to contact the school direct with any queries you may have."

From the headteacher's welcome: "I am so very proud of our busy, friendly Christian school. Our staff, pupils and parents all work together to make Rowsley a welcoming, caring, family environment. We place an emphasis on nurture, compassion, kindness, resilience and aim to inspire our children to become life-long learners with a zest for life."

The school runs a breakfast club from 8:00am and after-school care.

Coming up: an open day on Monday 14 December 2026, an open day on Tuesday 15 December 2026 and an open day on Friday 16 July 2027. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

In 2025, 100% of Year 6 pupils at Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 90% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 76% and 73% in Derbyshire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 73% in reading and 55% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 8 families put Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School as their first choice and 12 named it as one of their preferences, for 8 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School are Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School (1.3 miles, Outstanding, 89% reading, 89% maths); Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School (1.8 miles, Good, 80% reading, 80% maths); Darley Dale Primary School (2.5 miles, Good, 80% reading, 83% maths); and South Darley CofE Primary School (2.8 miles, Good, 75% reading, 56% maths).

Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School's 2025 results were higher than all 4 of them.

48.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the average state school (25%), and 0% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are White British (95%) and Mixed (5%).

Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School had 6 teachers in 2026, one for every 10 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

The nearest tram or metro stop is Rowsley South (Peak Rail), about 0.9 miles away in a straight line.

6 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Peacock Hotel (opposite), 100 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 1 crime within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Derbyshire (50).

In 2024/25, Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School issued 1 suspension, 1.6 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.