Alvaston Infant and Nursery School
URN: 112744 • Derby DE24 0PU
Overview
- Name
- Alvaston Infant and Nursery School
- URN
- 112744
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Molly Peach (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01332571704
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Elvaston Lane, Derby DE24 0PU
Summary
Alvaston Infant and Nursery School, located in Derby, is a community primary school catering to 340 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 270. The school prioritises the safety and wellbeing of its students, fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially. Headteacher Mrs Peach emphasizes strong relationships within the school community, aiming to engage parents as partners in their children's education.
The curriculum at Alvaston is designed to inspire curiosity and creativity, with a strong emphasis on the arts and a commitment to developing key values such as respect, resilience, and readiness. History is a significant component of the curriculum, encouraging pupils to explore changes over time and understand their place in the world. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also supports the holistic development of each child.
With a notable percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (38.90%), the school is dedicated to ensuring equality and meeting the diverse needs of its students. Alvaston Infant and Nursery School strives to create a supportive community where every child can achieve their best.
The curriculum at Alvaston is designed to inspire curiosity and creativity, with a strong emphasis on the arts and a commitment to developing key values such as respect, resilience, and readiness. History is a significant component of the curriculum, encouraging pupils to explore changes over time and understand their place in the world. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also supports the holistic development of each child.
With a notable percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (38.90%), the school is dedicated to ensuring equality and meeting the diverse needs of its students. Alvaston Infant and Nursery School strives to create a supportive community where every child can achieve their best.
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- Squarespace (other)
- Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Griffe Field Primary School (78.6)
- Lawn Primary School (77.6)
- Griffe Field Primary School (77.4)
- Homefields Primary School (77.3)
- Lawn Primary School (77.0)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 340
- Boys
- 174
- Girls
- 166
- FSM %
- 38.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 340 | 174 | 166 | 270 | 38.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 328 | 178 | 150 | 270 | 39.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 320 | 184 | 136 | 270 | 27.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 320 | 184 | 136 | 270 | 27.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 312 | 181 | 131 | 270 | 26.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 320 | 192 | 128 | 270 | 25.10 |
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