Alderman Pounder Infant and Nursery School
83%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Alderman Pounder Infant and Nursery School
Alderman Pounder 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 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 237 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Alderman Pounder Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Butterworth-Drury, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Alderman Pounder Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 117 applications for 52 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alderman Pounder Infant and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Cross Country, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, Alderman Pounder 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 | Eskdale Drive, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG9 5FN |
| Headteacher | Adam Butterworth-Drury |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.8% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 237 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jan 2011. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
117
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Eskdale Drive, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG9 5FN
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