Useful Links from The Village Pre-school Little Eaton

Here is a list of Links you may find useful as a parent or guardian of a young child. If there is anything else that you think it would be useful to include here then please let us know

Getting ready for school

The Village Pre-school recommend www.derbyshire.gov.uk

Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you will make for your child. To have the best chance of getting your child into the primary or secondary school of your choice, you must apply well in advance.Visit site

How to a pply for schools in England online or by using your local authority's common application form. Make sure you apply by the deadline, or you could jeopardise your chances of getting a place at your preferred school. Visit site

Apply onlineParents have a legal right to express a preference for which school they want their child to attend. This is not the same as being able to choose, but means that if a parent expresses a preference for a particular school and there are places available at the school then a place should be offered at that school. In law there is no automatic right to place a child in any particular school. Visit site

Little Eaton Primary School is a Group 2 County Primary Co-educational Day School, situated in the village of Little Eaton on the outskirts of the City of Derby. Visit site

Family Fun in the local area

Allestree Park is exceptionally scenic, and comprises a mixture of woodland and open parkland. There is a pets' corner, a lake where you can fish and an 18 hole golf course. Visit site

Carsington Water is a Severn Trent Water reservoir in Derbyshire, between Ashbourne and Wirksworth. It has a visitor centre, sailing club, fishing, and cycling and walking trails. Visit site

Elvaston Castleis s et four miles south-east of the city of Derby is Elvaston Castle Country Park, a picturesque site featuring over 200 acres of woodlands, parkland and formal gardens. Visit site

Markeaton Parkhas over 207 acres of parkland and offers a wide range of activities and attractions for people of all ages. Visit site

Belper Leisure Centre have a Large Sports Hall, Activity Hall; Courts for Squash, Badminton, Outdoor Tennis/Netball, Swimming Pool and New Health and Fitness facilities. Visit site

Ripley Leisure Centre Main Pool,Sports Hall,kinetika Fitness Gym,Fitness Classes,Play Zone, Coaching courses, Children's Parties. Visit site