Chellaston Infant School
64%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Chellaston Infant School
Chellaston Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 231 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Chellaston Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Turner-Rowe, it falls under Derby local authority.
Chellaston Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 59 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
Chellaston Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (57 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chellaston Infant School include Library, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Football, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Chellaston 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Derby, Derby, DE73 6TA |
| Headteacher | Lisa Turner-Rowe |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.3% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 360 (64% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
57 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
7Facilities 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
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Derby
Derby, DE73 6TA
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