What is the best primary school in Alfreton?

On our composite score, Wessington Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Alfreton, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Alfreton?

There are 22 primary schools in Alfreton with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Alfreton ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Alfreton?

Applications for Reception places in Alfreton starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Alfreton

Compare 22 top-rated primary schools in Alfreton, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Wessington Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Wessington Primary School vs Stretton Handley Church of England Primary School

The best primary schools in Alfreton

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Wessington Primary School

Stretton Handley Church of England Primary School

Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy

South Wingfield Primary School

Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School

Westhouses Primary School

Leys Junior School

Newton Primary School

Somerlea Park Junior School

Riddings Junior School

Swanwick Primary School

Morton Primary Academy

Town End Junior School

Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School

Woodbridge Junior School

The Green Flying High Academy

Shirland Primary School

Riddings Infant and Nursery School

Tibshelf Infant School

Somercotes Infant and Nursery School

Croft Infant School

Copthorne Community Infant School

Glebe Junior School

Mickley Village Primary and Nursery School

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