Albany Infant and Nursery School
94%
Capacity
169
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Albany Infant and Nursery School
Albany Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxtowe community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 169 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Albany Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsten O'Neill, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Albany Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 35 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Albany Infant and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Science Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, Albany Infant and Nursery School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Grenville Drive, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG9 8PD |
| Headteacher | Kirsten O'Neill |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 169 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.3% |
| School Capacity | 169 / 180 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grenville Drive, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG9 8PD
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