Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery
122%
Capacity
269
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery
Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 269 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (122% of 220 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Webster, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 55 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery include Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Gypsy Lane, Worksop, Bolsover, S80 4HY |
| Headteacher | Daniel Webster |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 269 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.6% |
| School Capacity | 269 / 220 (122% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
41 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
68
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gypsy Lane, Worksop
Bolsover, S80 4HY
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