The Grove Junior School

URN: 117258 • Harpenden AL5 1QB

Overview

Name
The Grove Junior School
URN
117258
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lorna Urquhart (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01582760031
Website
Visit
Address
Dark Lane, Harpenden AL5 1QB

Summary

The Grove Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, accommodating 355 pupils with a capacity of 360. The school prioritises a supportive and inclusive environment, focusing on emotional literacy and mental health, alongside a commitment to British values. The leadership team, including the Head Teacher and governors, actively promotes a collaborative ethos among staff, parents, and the wider community.

The curriculum at The Grove Junior School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with detailed subject overviews available on their website. Each year group has a tailored termly overview to ensure that learning is sequenced effectively, fostering both knowledge and skills development. The school also places importance on assessment frameworks to track student progress.

In addition to academic offerings, The Grove Junior School encourages participation in various extracurricular activities, including sports clubs and school trips. The school maintains open communication with parents through newsletters and community news, ensuring that families are engaged and informed about school events and initiatives.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
360
Pupils
355
Boys
172
Girls
183
FSM %
9.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 355 172 183 360 9.00
2024-09-11 359 164 195 360 9.50
2023-09-11 347 155 192 360 6.10
2022-09-11 347 155 192 360 6.10
2021-09-11 339 158 181 360 5.00
2020-09-11 346 167 179 360 5.80

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