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Chaucer Infant School

Cantelupe Road, Ilkeston, DE7 5LN

A Requires improvement-rated primary school in Ilkeston.

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Pupils

203

Ages

3-7

FSM

43.2%

Capacity

180

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Sept 2024

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About Chaucer Infant School

Chaucer Infant School is a primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 24 responses), 92% of parents would recommend this school. The school has around 203 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Cantelupe Road, Ilkeston, DE7 5LN | More schools in Derbyshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Chaucer Infant School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Nov 2017 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Chaucer Infant School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Chaucer Infant School

What is Chaucer Infant School's Ofsted rating?

Chaucer Infant School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What do parents say about Chaucer Infant School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 24 responses): 92% of parents would recommend Chaucer Infant School.

Where is Chaucer Infant School located?

Chaucer Infant School is a primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire (DE7 5LN).

How many pupils attend Chaucer Infant School?

Chaucer Infant School has around 203 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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