St Paul's Walden Primary School

URN: 117144 • Hitchin SG4 8HX

Overview

Name
St Paul's Walden Primary School
URN
117144
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Carolina Davey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01438871241
Website
Visit
Address
Bendish Lane, Hitchin SG4 8HX

Summary

St Paul's Walden Primary School is a community school located in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, catering to mixed-gender pupils from Reception to Year 6. With a current enrollment of 66 students and a capacity of 105, the school emphasizes a nurturing environment that fosters positive relationships and resilience among its learners. The school motto, "Growing and learning together," reflects its commitment to developing confident and enthusiastic children who care for one another.

The school offers four classes, alongside a nursery for children aged two to school age. Facilities include a Learning Hub with a library and children's kitchen, as well as extensive outdoor grounds featuring a large field, football pitch, and a wildlife pond. St Paul's Walden prioritizes inclusivity, providing tailored support for students with special educational needs and ensuring that all children have access to diverse learning opportunities.

Parental involvement is encouraged through initiatives such as the Ofsted Parent View portal, and the school maintains strong communication with families. The focus on high expectations for behaviour and learning, alongside a commitment to children's wellbeing, underpins the school's ethos and community spirit.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
66
Boys
42
Girls
24
FSM %
16.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 66 42 24 105 16.70
2024-09-11 70 48 22 105 12.90
2023-09-11 79 51 28 105 10.10
2022-09-11 79 51 28 105 10.10
2021-09-11 84 53 31 105 7.10
2020-09-11 96 56 40 105 2.10

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