Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School

URN: 117115 • Hitchin SG4 0JP

Overview

Name
Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School
URN
117115
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Hayes (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01462622333
Website
Visit
Address
Cambridge Road, Hitchin SG4 0JP

Summary

Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School is a community primary school located in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, catering to children aged 3 to 11. With a current enrolment of 434 pupils and a capacity of 450, the school operates as a two-form entry institution, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment. The school's ethos emphasizes independence, resilience, and teamwork, fostering a culture where children are encouraged to be inquisitive and respectful.

The curriculum at Highover is broad and balanced, designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. The school offers a rich educational experience, complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and coding clubs. This approach aims to extend learning beyond the classroom while promoting a love for lifelong learning.

Highover places a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental engagement, offering numerous opportunities for families to participate in school life. The school’s commitment to building positive relationships with parents and the wider community is evident in its various initiatives, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
450
Pupils
434
Boys
210
Girls
224
FSM %
7.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-03-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 434 210 224 450 7.00
2024-09-11 428 213 215 450 7.80
2023-09-11 438 225 213 450 8.80
2022-09-11 438 225 213 450 8.80
2021-09-11 431 219 212 450 9.00
2020-09-11 439 218 221 450 8.50

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