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Richardson Endowed Primary School Catchment Area

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

Richardson Endowed Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 188 pupils, and a capacity of 175 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–11

Age range

188

Pupils

175

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Richardson Endowed Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Richardson Endowed 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: 188 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 175 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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Richardson Endowed Primary School — School Information

Full address
Main Road, Smalley, Ilkeston, DE7 6EF
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
16% of pupils
DfE URN
146495

Other Primary Schools in Ilkeston

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Richardson Endowed Primary School

Is Richardson Endowed Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Richardson Endowed Primary School currently has 188 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 175 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Richardson Endowed Primary School?

Admission to Richardson Endowed 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 Richardson Endowed Primary School cover?

Richardson Endowed Primary School is a primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Richardson Endowed Primary School?

Richardson Endowed Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.