Croft Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Marshall Street Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7BW |
| Reference Number | 112493 |
Croft Infant School has transitioned from an outstanding grade to a good overall effectiveness rating in its first inspection in 13 years. The change reflects the current inspection framework and acknowledges developments within the school. The school is characterized by a welcoming atmosphere, with strong relationships between staff and pupils, leading to a positive environment where children feel safe and happy. Improvements have been made in the teaching of reading and mathematics, and there is a commitment from leaders to support all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 169 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.75%
Girls: 53.25% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 38.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 8.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 | 31 | 59 |
| 2 | 24 | 30 | 54 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 81.1% |
| White, Other | 4.1% |
| White & Asian | 3% |
| White & Black (African) | 3% |
| Indian | 2.4% |
| African | 1.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Jan 2020 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2024 | School inspection |
| 28 Jan 2020 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Oct 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils create a nurturing environment.
- Improved structured teaching in reading and mathematics.
- Pupils achieve well in reading and writing.
- Teachers provide clear explanations and step in quickly to offer extra help.
- Wide range of personal development opportunities for pupils.
- Effective safeguarding arrangements.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum in some subjects is not coherently planned and sequenced.
- Limited assessment methods for checking long-term retention of knowledge.
- Inconsistencies remain in phonics teaching that need addressing.
- Insufficient frequency of computing lessons.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 25 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 12 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Alfreton Nursery School
Stanton Close, Alfreton, DE55 7SH |
0.1 miles |
|
Woodbridge Junior School
Grange Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JA |
0.1 miles |
|
Kingdom Christian School
2,Derby Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7AQ |
0.29 miles |
|
Copthorne Community Infant School
Rodgers Lane, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7FF |
0.44 miles |
|
Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy
Firs Avenue, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7EN |
0.53 miles |
|
Leys Junior School
Flowery Leys Lane, Leys Junior School, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7HA |
0.61 miles |
|
Somercotes Infant and Nursery School
Nottingham Road, Somercotes, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4LY |
1.22 miles |
|
Somerlea Park Junior School
Bank Street, Somercotes, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4JE |
1.38 miles |
|
Swanwick Primary School
South Street, Swanwick, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 1BZ |
1.74 miles |
|
Westhouses Primary School
Bolden Terrace, Westhouses, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 5AF |
1.87 miles |
|
Riddings Infant and Nursery School
West Street, Riddings, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4EW |
1.88 miles |
|
Shirland Primary School
Park Lane, Shirland, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6BH |
1.91 miles |
|
Glebe Junior School
Hamlet Lane, South Normanton, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 2JB |
1.97 miles |
|
Riddings Junior School
Church Street, Riddings, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4BW |
2 miles |
|
South Normanton Nursery School
Hamlet Lane, Alfreton, DE55 2JB |
2 miles |
|
South Wingfield Primary School
Church Lane, South Wingfield, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7NJ |
2.02 miles |
|
The Green Flying High Academy
13 New Street, South Normanton, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 2BS |
2.07 miles |
|
The Brigg Infant School
39 South Street, South Normanton, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 2DA |
2.3 miles |
|
Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School
Primrose Hill, Blackwell, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 5JG |
2.33 miles |
|
Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School
High Street, Stonebroom, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6JY |
2.51 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
David Nieper Academy
Grange Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JA |
0.15 miles |
|
Alfreton Park Community Special School
Alfreton Park, Wingfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7AL |
0.37 miles |
|
Swanwick School and Sports College
Hayes Lane, Swanwick, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 1AR |
1.46 miles |
|
Swanwick Hall School
Derby Road, Swanwick, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 1AE |
1.55 miles |
|
Frederick Gent School
Mansfield Road, South Normanton, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 2ER |
2.37 miles |
|
Tibshelf Community School
Doe Hill Lane, Tibshelf, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 5LZ |
3.41 miles |
|
The Ripley Academy
Peasehill, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3JQ |
3.46 miles |
|
Selston High School
Chapel Road, Selston, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG16 6BW |
3.67 miles |
|
Ashfield Comprehensive School
Sutton Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8HP |
4.98 miles |