Alvaston Infant and Nursery School
126%
Capacity
340
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Alvaston Infant and Nursery School
Alvaston Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 340 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (126% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Alvaston Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Molly Peach, it falls under Derby local authority.
Alvaston Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 157 applications for 82 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
Alvaston Infant and Nursery School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 17 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alvaston Infant and Nursery School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Alvaston 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 | Elvaston Lane, Derby, Derby, DE24 0PU |
| Headteacher | Molly Peach |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 340 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 340 / 270 (126% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2017. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed82
157
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Elvaston Lane, Derby
Derby, DE24 0PU
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