Kimpton Primary School
URN: 117118 • Hitchin SG4 8RB
Overview
- Name
- Kimpton Primary School
- URN
- 117118
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Ferguson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01438832394
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Hitchin SG4 8RB
Summary
Kimpton Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 145 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school serves not only the local village of Kimpton but also surrounding areas, fostering a strong sense of community. The ethos of the school is built around core values known as the 'K Factor', which includes Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience, promoting a nurturing and supportive environment for all students.
The curriculum at Kimpton Primary is designed to be bespoke and enriched, incorporating outdoor learning and life skills to prepare pupils for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on experiential learning, with opportunities for external visits and activities integrated into the annual calendar. This approach aims to create a fun and engaging atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially.
Kimpton Primary is committed to inclusivity, with provisions in place for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, making it a welcoming place for families and visitors alike. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The curriculum at Kimpton Primary is designed to be bespoke and enriched, incorporating outdoor learning and life skills to prepare pupils for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on experiential learning, with opportunities for external visits and activities integrated into the annual calendar. This approach aims to create a fun and engaging atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially.
Kimpton Primary is committed to inclusivity, with provisions in place for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, making it a welcoming place for families and visitors alike. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
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Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 145
- Boys
- 71
- Girls
- 74
- FSM %
- 14.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 145 | 71 | 74 | 210 | 14.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 162 | 75 | 87 | 210 | 14.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 172 | 88 | 84 | 210 | 13.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 172 | 88 | 84 | 210 | 13.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 182 | 94 | 88 | 210 | 10.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 190 | 95 | 95 | 210 | 13.90 |
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