Sawley Infant and Nursery School
92%
Capacity
248
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Sawley Infant and Nursery School
Sawley Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Erewash community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 248 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sawley Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Harral, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Sawley Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 65 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 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 Sawley Infant and Nursery School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Football, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Erewash, Sawley 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 | Wilmot Street, Long Eaton, Nottingham, Erewash, NG10 3DQ |
| Headteacher | Marie Harral |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.6% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 270 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed65
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wilmot Street, Long Eaton, Nottingham
Erewash, NG10 3DQ
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