Windermere Primary School

URN: 117217 • St. Albans AL1 5QP

Overview

Name
Windermere Primary School
URN
117217
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Gilliver (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01727851176
Website
Visit
Address
Windermere Avenue, St. Albans AL1 5QP

Summary

Windermere Primary School is a community school located in St. Albans, Hertfordshire, catering to 158 pupils with a capacity for 210. As a one-form entry school, it prioritises individual attention, allowing staff to tailor support and challenges to meet each child's unique needs. The school fosters a nurturing environment where children feel valued, promoting their academic, social, and emotional development.

The school’s ethos centres around creating a welcoming community that encourages curiosity and collaboration among students. Windermere aims to empower children to reach their full potential while developing positive relationships with peers and staff. The spacious grounds include two playgrounds, a kitchen garden, and an outdoor theatre, providing ample opportunities for outdoor learning and play.

Windermere Primary follows the admissions procedures set by Hertfordshire Education Authority, welcoming visits from prospective families. The school places a strong emphasis on supporting new pupils during their transition into Reception, ensuring a smooth start to their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
158
Boys
79
Girls
79
FSM %
34.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 158 79 79 210 34.80
2024-09-11 177 86 91 210 29.40
2023-09-11 182 97 85 210 20.30
2022-09-11 182 97 85 210 20.30
2021-09-11 204 105 99 210 15.70
2020-09-11 204 109 95 210 17.20

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