South Darley CofE Primary School
“Living as children of light”
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AI summarySouth Darley CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in the picturesque village of Cross Green, Matlock, in Derbyshire. Catering to children aged 5 to 11, the school currently has approximately 56 pupils, which is below its capacity of 70. The school's intimate setting enables close relationships among staff and students, fostering a sense of belonging within the community. It serves a rural catchment area, drawing families from the surrounding Derbyshire Dales region. Emphasizing its Church of England foundation, the school motto is 'Living as children of light,' which reflects its commitment to nurturing the spiritual and moral development of students alongside their academic growth.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 1 May 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.