Wirksworth CofE Infant School
Voluntary controlled primary school in Matlock (Derbyshire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
Wirksworth Church of England Infant School is situated in the heart of our picturesque and historic market town, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Derbyshire Dales. Every child has access to an extensive and balanced curriculum which prepares them for life in Modern Britain.
We make lots of use of our vibrant community areas and local outdoor spaces which provide abundant resources for learning and teaching experiences. Christian values and the enriching environment of our schools nurture children's academic, social and spiritual development.
A close partnership is encouraged between parents/carers, governors and the local community to ensure everyone feels valued and cared for. You are very welcome to visit. Please contact us on 01629 822453 or to make an appointment.
Our school vision: I nspiring Learning for All Our vision is to inspire learning for all and to nurture unique individuals who are outstanding learners, demonstrating wisdom, responsibility and kindness within their communities. Our school rules: We listen, we think, we care encompass all aspects of desirable behaviour and embody positive values and expectations.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
3 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Cooking
- Gardening
- Sewing
Awards
1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Modeshift STARSRecognised award
Key facts
- URN
- 112864
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 5 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Derbyshire
- Constituency
- Derbyshire Dales
- Setting
- Larger rural: Further from a major town or city
Governing body (8 current, 0 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Lisa Walker | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Jude Wheeldon | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mrs Mary Alnwick | Governor | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Maggie Wragg | Governor | Nominated by LA and appointed by GB | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Natalie Rapkin | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Reverend Neil Griffiths | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Susan Todd | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Joanne Poyser | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2008 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record