Anthony Gell School has a long history, dating back to 1576.
We are grateful to our former Headteacher, Roy Pearce, who has done much research and provided many of the documents below containing information of our past:
The Free Grammar School of Anthony Gell: 1576 – 1908
Roy Peace is author of this interesting documentation covering the history of Anthony Gell, its foundation and development over a considerable time – spanning from 1576 through to 1908.
The Free Grammar School Of Anthony Gell 1576 1908. Roy Pearce – From 1576 to the end of 18th century
The Early 20th Century
The Great War at Wirksworth Grammar School
Anthony Gell School – 1965 Onwards
Fifty years of Anthony Gell as a comprehensive school