Ripley Infant School
93%
Capacity
167
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Ripley Infant School
Ripley Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 167 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Ripley Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paula Doleman, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Ripley Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 51 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
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 Ripley Infant School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Tennis, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Ripley 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 | Kirk Close, Ripley, Amber Valley, DE5 3RY |
| Headteacher | Paula Doleman |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 167 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.9% |
| School Capacity | 167 / 180 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2024. 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 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
Kirk Close, Ripley
Amber Valley, DE5 3RY
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