Kilburn Infant and Nursery School
96%
Capacity
130
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Kilburn Infant and Nursery School
Kilburn Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 130 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 135 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kilburn Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Baillie, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Kilburn Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 31 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kilburn Infant and Nursery School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Kilburn Infant and Nursery 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 | The Flat, The Flat, Derby, Amber Valley, DE56 0LA |
| Headteacher | Joanne Baillie |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 130 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 130 / 135 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Flat, The Flat, Derby
Amber Valley, DE56 0LA
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