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Holmesdale Infant School Catchment Area

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

Holmesdale Infant School is a community primary school in Dronfield, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 5–7, with 148 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–7

Age range

148

Pupils

150

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Holmesdale Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Holmesdale 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: 99% 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 →

Holmesdale Infant School — School Information

Full address
The Avenue, Dronfield, S18 2LR
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–7 years
Free school meals
16.3% of pupils
DfE URN
112680

Other Primary Schools in Dronfield

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Holmesdale Infant School

Is Holmesdale Infant School oversubscribed?

Holmesdale Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 150 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Holmesdale Infant School?

Admission to Holmesdale 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 Holmesdale Infant School cover?

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