Bernards Heath Junior School
URN: 117143 • St Albans AL3 5HP
Overview
- Name
- Bernards Heath Junior School
- URN
- 117143
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Darren Armoogum (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01727856262
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Watson Avenue, St Albans AL3 5HP
Summary
Bernards Heath Junior School is a community primary school located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, accommodating 352 pupils within a capacity of 360. Established in 1952 and extended in 2011, the school features modern facilities including classrooms, a music suite, and an IT suite, all set within spacious grounds. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to develop their individual talents across various disciplines.
The ethos of Bernards Heath Junior School centres on understanding and nurturing each child's unique needs, promoting respect, responsibility, and resilience. The dedicated staff aim to provide a well-rounded curriculum that prioritises emotional wellbeing and security, ensuring that children are prepared for effective learning. The school also emphasizes the importance of British values, encouraging pupils to respect diverse cultures and beliefs.
Parents can find information about admissions and uniform policies on the school's website. The school community is actively engaged in promoting high standards and personal development, creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students.
The ethos of Bernards Heath Junior School centres on understanding and nurturing each child's unique needs, promoting respect, responsibility, and resilience. The dedicated staff aim to provide a well-rounded curriculum that prioritises emotional wellbeing and security, ensuring that children are prepared for effective learning. The school also emphasizes the importance of British values, encouraging pupils to respect diverse cultures and beliefs.
Parents can find information about admissions and uniform policies on the school's website. The school community is actively engaged in promoting high standards and personal development, creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students.
Useful links
- Governor Newsletters (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Late/Absence Procedures (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Latest News and Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 352
- Boys
- 183
- Girls
- 169
- FSM %
- 8.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 352 | 183 | 169 | 360 | 8.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 356 | 182 | 174 | 360 | 7.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 354 | 192 | 162 | 360 | 7.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 354 | 192 | 162 | 360 | 7.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 359 | 182 | 177 | 360 | 5.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 354 | 186 | 168 | 360 | 5.40 |
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