Cunningham Hill Junior School
URN: 117250 • St Albans AL1 5QJ
Overview
- Name
- Cunningham Hill Junior School
- URN
- 117250
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 72.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- J Elbourne-Cload (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01727852911
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cell Barnes Lane, St Albans AL1 5QJ
Summary
Cunningham Hill Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, with a total capacity of 240 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and creative environment where children can thrive academically and socially. With a focus on arts and active learning, students engage in various creative projects, such as creating patterned circles for display boards and participating in interactive phonics activities.
The school values the contributions of all staff members, particularly teaching assistants, who play a vital role in supporting student learning and well-being. Events like TA Appreciation Day highlight the importance of teamwork within the school community. Additionally, Cunningham Hill promotes physical activity through initiatives like the Cross Country Squad and OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning), which enhances playtime experiences and encourages children to explore and learn through play.
Cunningham Hill Junior School also actively involves parents and the wider community, offering tours for prospective families and engaging students in collaborative projects. The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares children for future challenges while fostering a sense of belonging and community spirit. For more information, visit their website at [Cunningham Hill Junior School](https://cunninghamhill.herts.sch.uk/).
The school values the contributions of all staff members, particularly teaching assistants, who play a vital role in supporting student learning and well-being. Events like TA Appreciation Day highlight the importance of teamwork within the school community. Additionally, Cunningham Hill promotes physical activity through initiatives like the Cross Country Squad and OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning), which enhances playtime experiences and encourages children to explore and learn through play.
Cunningham Hill Junior School also actively involves parents and the wider community, offering tours for prospective families and engaging students in collaborative projects. The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares children for future challenges while fostering a sense of belonging and community spirit. For more information, visit their website at [Cunningham Hill Junior School](https://cunninghamhill.herts.sch.uk/).
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- Special Educational Needs (SEN) (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Home (other)
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- Cookie Policy (other)
- Policy Documents (other)
- Term Dates & Opening Times (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 240
- Boys
- 131
- Girls
- 109
- FSM %
- 13.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 240 | 131 | 109 | 240 | 13.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 240 | 129 | 111 | 240 | 13.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 237 | 122 | 115 | 240 | 13.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 237 | 122 | 115 | 240 | 13.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 237 | 117 | 120 | 240 | 12.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 237 | 113 | 124 | 240 | 11.80 |
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