Croft Infant School
94%
Capacity
169
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Croft Infant School
Croft 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 169 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Croft Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Swain, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Croft Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 51 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Croft Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Croft Infant School include ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Cricket, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Croft 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 | Marshall Street, Alfreton, Amber Valley, DE55 7BW |
| Headteacher | Sally Swain |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 169 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 169 / 180 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
25 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Marshall Street, Alfreton
Amber Valley, DE55 7BW
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