Oakwood Infant and Nursery School
113%
Capacity
305
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Oakwood Infant and Nursery School
Oakwood Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 305 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakwood Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Aimie Habgood, it falls under Derby local authority.
Oakwood Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 183 applications for 89 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 93 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakwood Infant and Nursery School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Oakwood 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 | Waldene Drive, Derby, Derby, DE24 0GZ |
| Headteacher | Aimie Habgood |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 305 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.1% |
| School Capacity | 305 / 270 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2018. 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
183
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
93 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Waldene Drive, Derby
Derby, DE24 0GZ
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