Ashbrook Infant School
119%
Capacity
143
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Ashbrook Infant School
Ashbrook Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Erewash community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 143 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (119% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashbrook Infant School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lynette Hardwick, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Ashbrook Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 25 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Ashbrook Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 8 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashbrook Infant School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Erewash, Ashbrook Infant 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 | Victoria Avenue, Derby, Erewash, DE72 3HF |
| Headteacher | Lynette Hardwick |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 143 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 143 / 120 (119% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
33 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Victoria Avenue, Derby
Erewash, DE72 3HF
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