Ernehale Infant School
83%
Capacity
149
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Ernehale Infant School
Ernehale Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 149 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Ernehale Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carmel Atkinson, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Ernehale Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 49 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Profound & Multiple 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 Ernehale Infant School include Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Ernehale 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Derwent Crescent, Arnold, Nottingham, Gedling, NG5 6TA |
| Headteacher | Carmel Atkinson |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 149 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 149 / 180 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2024. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
138
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Derwent Crescent, Arnold, Nottingham
Gedling, NG5 6TA
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