Hillshott Infant School and Nursery
URN: 117123 • Letchworth SG6 1QE
Overview
- Name
- Hillshott Infant School and Nursery
- URN
- 117123
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Melissa Peacock (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01462670398
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ridge Avenue, Letchworth SG6 1QE
Summary
Hillshott Infant School and Nursery, located in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, is a community primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 3 to 7. With a current enrollment of 209 students, the school exceeds its capacity of 180, reflecting its popularity within the local community. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment, aiming to develop independent and confident learners who value education.
The school's ethos is built around the principles of being Determined, Active, Respectful, Curious, and Kind. Hillshott emphasizes a rich and varied curriculum designed to inspire and motivate children, while also addressing their social, emotional, and developmental needs. The school actively promotes fairness and equality, welcoming families from diverse backgrounds and faiths.
Support for students with special educational needs is a priority, with a dedicated SENCo available to assist families. Hillshott also engages with the wider community, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration with local schools to enhance the educational experience for all children.
The school's ethos is built around the principles of being Determined, Active, Respectful, Curious, and Kind. Hillshott emphasizes a rich and varied curriculum designed to inspire and motivate children, while also addressing their social, emotional, and developmental needs. The school actively promotes fairness and equality, welcoming families from diverse backgrounds and faiths.
Support for students with special educational needs is a priority, with a dedicated SENCo available to assist families. Hillshott also engages with the wider community, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration with local schools to enhance the educational experience for all children.
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Nearby alternatives
- Pixmore Junior School (53.6)
- Westbury Primary and Nursery School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- 209
- Boys
- 109
- Girls
- 100
- FSM %
- 25.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 209 | 109 | 100 | 180 | 25.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 112 | 98 | 180 | 23.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 204 | 112 | 92 | 180 | 22.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 204 | 112 | 92 | 180 | 22.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 210 | 109 | 101 | 180 | 19.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 225 | 121 | 104 | 180 | 16.40 |
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