Larklands Infant School
86%
Capacity
154
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Larklands Infant School
Larklands Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Erewash community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 154 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 179 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Larklands Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Smith, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Larklands Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 42 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
Larklands Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Larklands Infant School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Erewash, Larklands 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 | Park Road, Ilkeston, Erewash, DE7 5DR |
| Headteacher | Helen Smith |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 154 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.6% |
| School Capacity | 154 / 179 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
18 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
2025/26Oversubscribed42
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Road, Ilkeston
Erewash, DE7 5DR
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