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Ladywood Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ladywood Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 311 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

311

Pupils

270

Capacity

115%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Ladywood Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ladywood Primary 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: 311 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 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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Ladywood Primary School — School Information

Full address
Oliver Road, Kirk Hallam, Ilkeston, DE7 4NH
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
45.5% of pupils
DfE URN
148017

Other Primary Schools in Ilkeston

If Ladywood Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Ilkeston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ladywood Primary School

Is Ladywood Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ladywood Primary School currently has 311 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ladywood Primary School?

Admission to Ladywood Primary 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 Ladywood Primary School cover?

Ladywood Primary School is a primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ladywood Primary School?

Ladywood Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.