Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy
89%
Capacity
183
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy
Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 183 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 206 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Curtis, it falls under Derby local authority.
Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 43 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 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, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy 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 | Carlisle Avenue, Derby, Derby, DE23 3ES |
| Headteacher | Sarah Curtis |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 183 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.8% |
| School Capacity | 183 / 206 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Carlisle Avenue, Derby
Derby, DE23 3ES
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