Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School
102%
Capacity
276
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School
Ravensdale 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 276 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorna Blanchenot, it falls under Derby local authority.
Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 77 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Ravensdale 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 | Devonshire Drive, Derby, Derby, DE3 9HE |
| Headteacher | Lorna Blanchenot |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 276 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.4% |
| School Capacity | 276 / 270 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
2025/26Oversubscribed77
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Devonshire Drive, Derby
Derby, DE3 9HE
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