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Croft Infant School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Croft Infant School is a community primary school in Alfreton, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 5–7, with 169 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–7

Age range

169

Pupils

180

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Croft Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Croft Infant School is set by Derbyshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 94% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Derbyshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Derbyshire catchment area documents →

Croft Infant School — School Information

Full address
Marshall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BW
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–7 years
Free school meals
38.3% of pupils
DfE URN
112493

Other Primary Schools in Alfreton

If Croft Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Alfreton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Croft Infant School

Is Croft Infant School oversubscribed?

Croft Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Croft Infant School?

Admission to Croft Infant School is managed by Derbyshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Croft Infant School cover?

Croft Infant School is a primary school in Alfreton, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 5–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Croft Infant School?

Croft Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.