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Nursery (incl. primary schools with a nursery)
Council: Derbyshire

Brockley Primary School

Chesterfield, Derbyshire - S44 6AF

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Brockley Primary School, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, happy, and valued. Our school is a caring community where children are encouraged to discover their strengths, develop confidence, and achieve their very best.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

Brockwell Nursery and Infant School

Chesterfield, Derbyshire - S40 4NP

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“We aim to be inclusive and promote diversity. We have a safe, positive, and happy environment where all members of our school community can thrive, feel involved and be themselves. We work together, in partnership, for this common goal, whilst promoting the health and wellbeing of all.”

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Ofsted: Good

Brooklands Primary School

Nottingham, Derbyshire - NG10 1BW

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Brooklands Primary and Nursery School, our vision is to 'Make Everyday Count; instilling a life-long love of learning'. This is embodied within our curriculum which is structured to prepare our children to be compassionate citizens of our world, valuing the local context and community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Calow CofE VC Primary School

Chesterfield, Derbyshire - S44 5BD

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Calow Church of England (V.C.) Primary School we are a safe, nurturing community with a kind and caring Christian ethos. We inspire and empower everyone to let their inner light shine and brighten the world with their gifts and talents.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Camms CofE (Aided) Primary School

Chesterfield, Derbyshire - S21 4AU

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Camm’s School is a friendly, exciting place which offers a warm welcome for pupils, parents, staff and governors. We are a Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, providing education for pupils aged 3 to 11 years and at present we have over 200 children on roll.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Castle View Primary School

Matlock, Derbyshire - DE4 3DS

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“At Castle View Primary School, we seek to provide the highest standard of education for all pupils in our care. We strive to instill in our pupils an enjoyment and thirst for learning so that they are able to fulfil their potential.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Castleton CofE Primary School

Hope Valley, Derbyshire - S33 8WE

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our values of empathy, respect, kindness, cooperation and resilience are clear to see throughout school life and through our diverse and engaging provision which enables children to develop a love of learning.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Chapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School

High Peak, Derbyshire - SK23 0NL

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“We enjoy a calm environment and ensure purposeful learning takes place, children are challenged and supported within the school setting. We offer a variety of enrichment activities to support our cross curricular learning including residential trips, class visits and visitors to school.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Charlotte Nursery and Infant School

Ilkeston, Derbyshire - DE7 8LQ

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“At Charlotte Nursery and Infant School we strive to create an atmosphere that is happy, fun, caring and challenging. We want every child to feel they belong here and feel secure.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

Chaucer Infant School

Ilkeston, Derbyshire - DE7 5LN

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“We aim to promote a love of learning and a love of life for all children, within a caring and supportive environment, where every child is encouraged to develop their own unique identity and interests. The Chaucer team is committed to safeguarding children and families within our care.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

Chinley Primary School

Chinley, Derbyshire - SK23 6DR

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy

Alfreton, Derbyshire - DE55 7EN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Church Gresley Infant and Nursery School

Swadlincote, Derbyshire - DE11 9EY

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“Achieve the best that we can: Develop happy, independent resilient learners in an inclusive and inspiring environment.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Clowne Infant and Nursery School

Chesterfield, Derbyshire - S43 4DB

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“Underpinning all we do are our aims and vision. In an atmosphere which celebrates excellence and enjoyment we endeavour to ensure our children are safe and healthy and have the confidence to become enterprising individuals who are able to make a positive contribution to the world in which they live.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled

Ripley, Derbyshire - DE5 9QD

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Codnor Community Primary School, Church of England Controlled, is committed to attaining high standards by creating a happy, secure learning environment in which all members of the community can grow in self-esteem, achieve full potential, and develop spiritual awareness within the Christian faith.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Combs Infant School

Combs High Peak, Derbyshire - SK23 9UZ

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 2-7)

“We are a small, caring school in the very heart of our rural community with the most wonderful children and families. We provide a broad and balanced creative curriculum which ignites the children’s passion for learning and a curiosity of the world around them.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Coppice Primary School

Heanor, Derbyshire - DE75 7BZ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Each week we have a new value – 12 in total. Our first value will be Respect. The children will have an assembly Monday morning about how to show and give respect to others both in school and at home!”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Cotmanhay Infant and Nursery School

Ilkeston, Derbyshire - DE7 8RR

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 2-7)

“Children, parents, staff and governors have worked together to create our School Motto, Vision and our Mission Statement.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Coton-in-the-Elms Cof E Primary School

Swadlincote, Derbyshire - DE12 8HE

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“The Church of England’s vision for Education is for all schools to provide an education that ensures pupils have ‘life in all its fullness’ John 10:10. Our motto PEACE (Perseverance, Excellence, Awe and Wonder, Compassion and Enjoyment) summarises the key values that we live and breathe at Coton.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery

Worksop, Derbyshire - S80 4HY

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“On behalf of the pupils, parents, and our dedicated team, welcome to Creswell Infant and Nursery School. Our vision is to be the school of choice for our local community, where every child is nurtured, a love of learning is ignited, and each child is encouraged to SHINE.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good