Woodville Infant School

URN: 112655 • Swadlincote DE11 7EA

Overview

Name
Woodville Infant School
URN
112655
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
27.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Westaby (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
High Street, Swadlincote DE11 7EA

Summary

Woodville Infant School, located in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, is a community primary school that caters to a mixed-gender population of 243 pupils, with a capacity for 270. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported in their learning journey. With a significant percentage of students (43.60%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its community.

The curriculum at Woodville Infant School focuses on fostering a love of learning through engaging and interactive teaching methods. The school emphasizes the importance of foundational skills in literacy and numeracy while also encouraging creativity and critical thinking across various subjects. Teachers work collaboratively to create a stimulating atmosphere that promotes both academic achievement and personal development.

As a community school, Woodville Infant School actively engages with parents and local organisations to enhance the educational experience for its pupils. The school values strong partnerships and communication, recognising that a supportive community plays a vital role in the success and well-being of its students.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
5 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
243
Boys
110
Girls
133
FSM %
43.60
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2023-08-31
Last Ofsted
2022-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 243 110 133 270 43.60
2024-09-11 243 110 133 270 43.60
2023-09-11 260 118 142 270 42.70
2022-09-11 260 118 142 270 42.70
2021-09-11 263 136 127 270 39.90
2020-09-11 262 152 110 270 29.40

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