Melbourne Infant School is a community school serving families in Derby and the wider Derbyshire area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Melbourne Infant School caters for mixed pupils from 5 to 7 years. With 138 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 210, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 15 February 2022, rated the school Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.