Henry Bradley Infant School
107%
Capacity
193
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Henry Bradley Infant School
Henry Bradley Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 193 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Henry Bradley Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tracy O'Malley, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Henry Bradley Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 48 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
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 Henry Bradley Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Henry Bradley 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Princess Street, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S43 1HR |
| Headteacher | Tracy O'Malley |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 193 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.1% |
| School Capacity | 193 / 180 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
69
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Princess Street, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S43 1HR
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