Welcome to Darley Dale Primary School

A very warm welcome to Darley Dale Primary School.  We hope the information on this website will give you an idea of our school: its values, beliefs and vision and what we think makes it a very special place!

Darley Dale Primary School is a caring, vibrant and forward-thinking school with fantastic pupils, parents, staff and governors who all work closely together to make this happen.  OFSTED recognised what we already knew in their report in January 2020: "Pupils leave Darley Dale Primary School as young people who are knowledgeable, but also resilient and confident. They embrace challenge"

We have a very strong partnership with our parents and are committed to working with them to give our children an exciting, meaningful, happy and successful time with us.  Throughout the following pages we refer to many aspects of the school.  It is, however, impossible to put into words - or capture on photograph - the very essence of our school: its atmosphere, warmth, ethos and the welcoming, inclusive, nature of the children and staff.  The best way to experience this is to come and see us in normal school time.  Our doors are always open so please come and talk with us if you want to know anything else.  We can promise you a very warm welcome! If you are considering sending your child to our school, then please contact us to arrange a visit.

Sarah Hudson - Headteacher