St Nicholas School
URN: 115417 • Essex CM17 0NJ
Overview
- Name
- St Nicholas School
- URN
- 115417
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Terence Ayres (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01279429910
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hillingdon House, Essex CM17 0NJ
Summary
Saint Nicholas School is an independent co-educational institution located in Old Harlow, Essex, catering to children aged 0 to 16 years. With a current enrolment of 489 pupils and a capacity of 550, the school offers a nurturing environment that prioritises individual learning journeys. The school's ethos is centred around fostering curiosity, resilience, and independent thinking, ensuring that each child can discover and develop their unique talents.
The curriculum at Saint Nicholas is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating academic core skills alongside creative subjects such as drama and music. The school supports students through small class sizes and dedicated staff, allowing for tailored educational experiences that prepare pupils for future challenges.
Community involvement is a key aspect of school life, with opportunities for parental engagement through events and the Friends Parent Association. The school encourages prospective families to visit and experience its welcoming atmosphere, highlighting its commitment to creating a supportive and enriching environment for all students.
The curriculum at Saint Nicholas is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating academic core skills alongside creative subjects such as drama and music. The school supports students through small class sizes and dedicated staff, allowing for tailored educational experiences that prepare pupils for future challenges.
Community involvement is a key aspect of school life, with opportunities for parental engagement through events and the Friends Parent Association. The school encourages prospective families to visit and experience its welcoming atmosphere, highlighting its commitment to creating a supportive and enriching environment for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- TLG Tendring (62.7)
- Open Box Education Centre (55.2)
- The Belsteads School (53.9)
- Compass Community School Essex (49.3)
- Elm Green Preparatory School (41.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 489 | 242 | 247 | 550 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 473 | 245 | 228 | 550 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 475 | 261 | 214 | 550 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 475 | 261 | 214 | 472 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 458 | 249 | 209 | 472 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 439 | 237 | 202 | 472 | 0.00 |
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