Charlotte Nursery and Infant School
90%
Capacity
287
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Charlotte Nursery and Infant School
Charlotte Nursery and 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 287 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 320 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Charlotte Nursery and Infant School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Pitman, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Charlotte Nursery and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 59 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
Charlotte Nursery and Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Charlotte Nursery and Infant School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Swimming, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Erewash, Charlotte Nursery and 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 | Trinity Close, Ilkeston, Erewash, DE7 8LQ |
| Headteacher | Emma Pitman |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 287 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.2% |
| School Capacity | 287 / 320 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trinity Close, Ilkeston
Erewash, DE7 8LQ
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