Longwood Infant Academy
62%
Capacity
56
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Longwood Infant Academy
Longwood Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 56 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity.
the school is led by headteacher Anne Ingle, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Longwood Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 8 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Longwood Infant Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (27 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Longwood Infant Academy include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Longwood Infant Academy 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 | Wharf Road, Nottingham, Bolsover, NG16 6PA |
| Headteacher | Anne Ingle |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 56 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.7% |
| School Capacity | 56 / 90 (62% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
27 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
22
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wharf Road, Nottingham
Bolsover, NG16 6PA
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