Ridgeway Infant School
92%
Capacity
248
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Ridgeway Infant School
Ridgeway Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 248 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Ridgeway Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tamara Dale, it falls under Derby local authority.
Ridgeway Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 61 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ridgeway Infant School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Ridgeway 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Uplands Avenue, Derby, Derby, DE23 1GG |
| Headteacher | Tamara Dale |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.6% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 270 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2013. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed61
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Uplands Avenue, Derby
Derby, DE23 1GG
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