Shillington Lower School
URN: 109480 • Hitchin SG5 3NX
Overview
- Name
- Shillington Lower School
- URN
- 109480
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Woodham (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01462711637
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Greenfields, Hitchin SG5 3NX
Summary
Shillington Lower School is a community primary school located in Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 104 pupils, with a capacity of 150. The school is part of the Shillington and Stondon Federation, which was established in January 2019, allowing for shared governance and resources between Shillington and Stondon Lower Schools. Both schools are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, with a strong emphasis on values and a vision that prioritises the needs of the children.
The curriculum at Shillington Lower School is designed to promote a growth mindset, encouraging pupils to become confident, resilient, and independent learners. The school offers a broad range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the arts, ensuring a well-rounded education. Additionally, the school provides various support services, including SEND provisions and after-school clubs, to cater to the diverse needs of its students.
Shillington Lower School received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in July 2023, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and the welfare of its pupils. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, inviting visits and fostering a collaborative approach to education. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Shillington Lower School is designed to promote a growth mindset, encouraging pupils to become confident, resilient, and independent learners. The school offers a broad range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the arts, ensuring a well-rounded education. Additionally, the school provides various support services, including SEND provisions and after-school clubs, to cater to the diverse needs of its students.
Shillington Lower School received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in July 2023, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and the welfare of its pupils. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, inviting visits and fostering a collaborative approach to education. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
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Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 104
- Boys
- 50
- Girls
- 54
- FSM %
- 8.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 104 | 50 | 54 | 150 | 8.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 126 | 60 | 66 | 150 | 11.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 128 | 66 | 62 | 150 | 9.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 128 | 66 | 62 | 150 | 9.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 143 | 69 | 74 | 150 | 7.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 146 | 76 | 70 | 150 | 9.20 |
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