Trent Vale Infant School
111%
Capacity
167
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Trent Vale Infant School
Trent Vale Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxtowe community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 167 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 150 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Trent Vale Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Janine Barratt, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Trent Vale Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 42 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
Trent Vale Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (39 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Trent Vale Infant School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, Trent Vale 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Trent Road, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG9 1LP |
| Headteacher | Janine Barratt |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 167 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 167 / 150 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
39 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trent Road, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG9 1LP
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