Holwell Primary School

URN: 117175 • Welwyn Garden City AL7 3RP

Overview

Name
Holwell Primary School
URN
117175
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
S French (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01707323716
Website
Visit
Address
Holwell Road, Welwyn Garden City AL7 3RP

Summary

Holwell Primary School, located in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, is a community school catering to 406 pupils within a capacity of 420. The school promotes a mixed-gender environment and is committed to providing a high-quality education that fosters respect, independence, cooperation, resilience, aspiration, and courage among its students. Under the leadership of Headteacher Miss S.G. French, the school aims to create a supportive atmosphere where every child feels confident and valued.

The curriculum at Holwell is designed to be broad and engaging, ensuring that all pupils can achieve their full potential. Emphasising high aspirations, the school integrates life skills and cultural experiences to prepare students for future educational stages and community involvement. The RICRAC characteristics embedded in the curriculum help cultivate essential attitudes and skills that are transferable throughout their learning journey.

Holwell Primary School also prioritises the importance of reading and vocabulary development, recognising these as vital tools for lifelong learning. By addressing local social and economic challenges, the school strives to enrich pupils' cultural awareness and personal development, ensuring they are well-equipped for life beyond the classroom.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
406
Boys
215
Girls
191
FSM %
32.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 406 215 191 420 32.30
2024-09-11 408 216 192 420 33.60
2023-09-11 398 210 188 420 32.90
2022-09-11 398 210 188 420 32.90
2021-09-11 389 204 185 420 28.50
2020-09-11 363 189 174 420 24.80

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