Cavendish Close Infant School

URN: 112749 • Derby DE21 4LY

Overview

Name
Cavendish Close Infant School
URN
112749
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
C Diffin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01332662239
Website
Visit
Address
Wood Road, Derby DE21 4LY

Summary

Cavendish Close Infant School is a community primary school located in Derby, catering to a mixed-gender population of 271 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 270. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where each child is recognized as unique and encouraged to develop their strengths. Under the leadership of Headteacher Christina Diffin, the school emphasizes high aspirations and aims to prepare children for the next stages of their education, both personally and academically.

The curriculum at Cavendish Close is broad and balanced, designed to engage students across various subjects, including reading, writing, mathematics, history, art, and science. The school promotes enquiry-based learning through well-resourced indoor and outdoor environments, ensuring that children thrive in a safe and stimulating atmosphere. The school also has established STAR Expectations and core values that guide student behaviour and learning.

Cavendish Close values strong community involvement, with dedicated staff and supportive parents working together to create a positive school culture. The school encourages open communication and invites prospective parents to visit and learn more about its ethos and educational offerings.

Key details

LA
Derby
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
271
Boys
142
Girls
129
FSM %
30.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 271 142 129 270 30.00
2024-09-11 265 137 128 270 30.00
2023-09-11 271 138 133 270 30.60
2022-09-11 271 138 133 270 30.60
2021-09-11 279 146 133 348 32.00
2020-09-11 316 156 160 348 25.10

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