Newton Solney CofE (Aided) Infant School
38%
Capacity
26
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Newton Solney CofE (Aided) Infant School
Newton Solney CofE (Aided) Infant School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 26 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (38% of 69 places).
Ofsted has rated Newton Solney CofE (Aided) Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Davinia Gamble, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Newton Solney CofE (Aided) Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 11 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Newton Solney CofE (Aided) Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newton Solney CofE (Aided) Infant School include Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Derbyshire, Newton Solney CofE (Aided) 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Trent Lane, Burton-on-Trent, South Derbyshire, DE15 0SF |
| Headteacher | Davinia Gamble |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 26 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.8% |
| School Capacity | 26 / 69 (38% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trent Lane, Burton-on-Trent
South Derbyshire, DE15 0SF
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