Larkfields Infant School
93%
Capacity
167
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Larkfields Infant School
Larkfields Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxtowe community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 167 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Larkfields Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nichola Irwin, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Larkfields Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Larkfields Infant School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, Larkfields 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 | Coronation Road, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG16 1EP |
| Headteacher | Nichola Irwin |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 167 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.6% |
| School Capacity | 167 / 180 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2017. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Coronation Road, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG16 1EP
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