Best 3 Nursery schools in East Midlands – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of nursery schools: Flagg Nursery School (Nursery) in Near Buxton; The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre (Nursery) in Nottingham; Alfreton Nursery School (Nursery) in Alfreton — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Flagg Nursery School, The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre and Alfreton Nursery School. They are nursery phase and local authority nursery school type located around Near Buxton, Derbyshire, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Alfreton. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Flagg Nursery School), published Jul 2015. The most recent inspection on record is for Flagg Nursery School (Jul 2015). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 250, typical FSM 5–10%, range 0–5%–15–20%; across local authorities including Derbyshire and Nottingham.

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Attribute	Flagg Nursery School SK17 9QT	The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre NG7 3AB	Alfreton Nursery School DE55 7SH
Phase / Type	Nursery • Local authority nursery school	Nursery • Local authority nursery school	Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location	Near Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9QT	Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG7 3AB	Alfreton DE55 7SH
Latest Ofsted	1 8 Jul 2015	1 5 Jun 2015	1 20 Apr 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	—	—	—
Capacity utilisation	—	—	—
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable		Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Derbyshire (830)	Nottingham (892)	Derbyshire (830)
Website	www.flagg.derbyshire.sch.uk	www.nottinghamnurseryschool.com	www.alfreton.derbyshire.sch.uk
Telephone	0129885208	01159159090	01773520031
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Flagg Nursery School

SK17 9QT

Phase / Type: Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location: Near Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 9QT
Ofsted: 1 8 Jul 2015
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Derbyshire (830)
Website: www.flagg.derbyshire.sch.uk
Telephone: 0129885208

The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre

NG7 3AB

Phase / Type: Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location: Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG7 3AB
Ofsted: 1 5 Jun 2015
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Nottingham (892)
Website: www.nottinghamnurseryschool.com
Telephone: 01159159090

Alfreton Nursery School

DE55 7SH

Phase / Type: Nursery • Local authority nursery school
Location: Alfreton
DE55 7SH
Ofsted: 1 20 Apr 2015
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Derbyshire (830)
Website: www.alfreton.derbyshire.sch.uk
Telephone: 01773520031

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.