Sheering Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN: 115099 • Bishop's Stortford CM22 7LU
Overview
- Name
- Sheering Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- URN
- 115099
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 48.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lorna Brittaine (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01279734210
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Street, Bishop's Stortford CM22 7LU
Summary
Sheering Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located in Bishop's Stortford, Essex, serves a mixed-gender population of 86 pupils, with a capacity for 105. The school prides itself on its strong Christian ethos, encapsulated in its values of Adoration, Wisdom, Endurance, Service, Forgiveness, Empathy, and Generosity (AWESOME). This ethos fosters a nurturing environment where every child is valued and encouraged to develop their academic, emotional, and spiritual growth.
The curriculum at Sheering School is designed to be engaging and holistic, integrating core subjects with a focus on sports, the arts, and mental well-being. The school aims to cultivate critical thinking and resilience in its students, preparing them for the challenges of the modern world. Parental involvement is highly encouraged, with opportunities for families to participate in school activities and stay informed about their children's progress.
Sheering School maintains strong connections with the local community, including partnerships with Sheering Village Pre-School and Leventhorpe Academy, ensuring a smooth transition for students as they progress in their education. The dedicated staff and governors are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children within their care.
The curriculum at Sheering School is designed to be engaging and holistic, integrating core subjects with a focus on sports, the arts, and mental well-being. The school aims to cultivate critical thinking and resilience in its students, preparing them for the challenges of the modern world. Parental involvement is highly encouraged, with opportunities for families to participate in school activities and stay informed about their children's progress.
Sheering School maintains strong connections with the local community, including partnerships with Sheering Village Pre-School and Leventhorpe Academy, ensuring a smooth transition for students as they progress in their education. The dedicated staff and governors are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children within their care.
Useful links
- Board of Governors (governance)
- Governor Resources (governance)
- Sheering School – Everyone Matters (other)
- Home (other)
- Cookie & Privacy Policy (other)
- School Prospectus (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies/Reports (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (76.8)
- Hatfield Heath Community Primary School (70.2)
- Northgate Primary School (70.2)
- Windhill21 (70.0)
- Northgate Primary School (67.8)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 86
- Boys
- 48
- Girls
- 38
- FSM %
- 27.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 86 | 48 | 38 | 105 | 27.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 107 | 50 | 57 | 105 | 28.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 103 | 42 | 61 | 105 | 19.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 103 | 42 | 61 | 105 | 19.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 100 | 43 | 57 | 105 | 12.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 105 | 38 | 67 | 105 | 7.60 |
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