Riddings Infant and Nursery School
115%
Capacity
207
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Riddings Infant and Nursery School
Riddings Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Riddings Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Farnsworth, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Riddings Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 54 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
Riddings Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (49 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 Riddings Infant and Nursery School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Riddings 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 | West Street, Alfreton, Amber Valley, DE55 4EW |
| Headteacher | Rachel Farnsworth |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.4% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 180 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
49 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West Street, Alfreton
Amber Valley, DE55 4EW
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