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Ripley Nursery School Catchment Area

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

Ripley Nursery School is a local authority nursery nursery school in Ripley, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 3-5, with 102 pupils. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby nursery schools below.

3-5

Age range

102

Pupils

Good

Ofsted 2015

Ripley Nursery School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Ripley Nursery School?

The catchment area for Ripley Nursery School is the geographic zone Derbyshire uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Derbyshire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for Ripley Nursery 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.

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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Ripley Nursery School: School Information

Full address
Sandham Lane, Ripley, DE5 3HE
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Local authority nursery school
Phase of education
Nursery
Age range
3-5 years
DfE URN
112478

Nearest nursery schools by distance

These are the nursery schools closest to Ripley Nursery School by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Ripley Nursery School

What is the catchment area for Ripley Nursery School?

The catchment area for Ripley Nursery School is the geographic zone Derbyshire uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Derbyshire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Ripley Nursery School oversubscribed?

Ripley Nursery School has a capacity of N/A places and currently has 102 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Derbyshire.

What is the admissions policy for Ripley Nursery School?

Admission to Ripley Nursery 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 Ripley Nursery School cover?

Ripley Nursery School is a nursery school in Ripley, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 3-5. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ripley Nursery School?

Ripley Nursery School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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