Copthorne Community Infant School
81%
Capacity
97
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Copthorne Community Infant School
Copthorne Community Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 97 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 120 places).
Ofsted has rated Copthorne Community Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kay Fletcher, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Copthorne Community Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 22 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Copthorne Community Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 5 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Copthorne Community Infant School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Copthorne Community 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 | Rodgers Lane, Alfreton, Amber Valley, DE55 7FF |
| Headteacher | Kay Fletcher |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.5% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 120 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2013. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rodgers Lane, Alfreton
Amber Valley, DE55 7FF
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