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Field House Infant School Catchment Area

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

Field House Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 204 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

204

Pupils

180

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Field House Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Field House Infant School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derbyshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 204 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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Field House Infant School — School Information

Full address
Lower Whitworth Road, Ilkeston, DE7 4LT
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
30.2% of pupils
DfE URN
148016

Other Primary Schools in Ilkeston

If Field House Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Ilkeston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Field House Infant School

Is Field House Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — Field House Infant School currently has 204 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Field House Infant School?

Admission to Field House 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 Field House Infant School cover?

Field House Infant School is a primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Field House Infant School?

Field House Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.