Holmesdale Infant School
99%
Capacity
148
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Holmesdale Infant School
Holmesdale Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 148 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 150 places).
Ofsted has rated Holmesdale Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Lockwood, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Holmesdale Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 50 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Holmesdale Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (54 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holmesdale Infant School include Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Film Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Holmesdale 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 | The Avenue, Dronfield, North East Derbyshire, S18 2LR |
| Headteacher | Sarah Lockwood |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 150 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
54 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Avenue, Dronfield
North East Derbyshire, S18 2LR
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