Cunningham Hill Infant School

URN: 117279 • St Albans AL1 5QJ

Overview

Name
Cunningham Hill Infant School
URN
117279
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
71.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Justine Elbourne-Cload (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01727857524
Website
Visit
Address
Cell Barnes Lane, St Albans AL1 5QJ

Summary

Cunningham Hill Infant School is a community primary school located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, accommodating 180 pupils. The school offers a mixed-gender environment and is committed to fostering creativity and engagement among its students. Recent initiatives include art projects where children express their creativity through mixed media, and active phonics sessions that make learning interactive and enjoyable.

The school places a strong emphasis on play-based learning, incorporating the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) framework to enhance playtime experiences. This approach encourages children to explore, create, and collaborate in various play zones, promoting both social skills and physical activity.

Cunningham Hill also values the contributions of its staff, particularly teaching assistants, who play a vital role in supporting student learning and wellbeing. The school community is actively involved in various events, including cross-country competitions, fostering a sense of teamwork and school spirit. For prospective parents, tours for Reception 2026 are available to explore the school's ethos and environment further.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
5 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
180
Boys
81
Girls
99
FSM %
7.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-31
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 180 81 99 180 7.80
2024-09-11 180 94 86 180 8.30
2023-09-11 174 85 89 180 10.90
2022-09-11 174 85 89 180 10.90
2021-09-11 179 94 85 180 12.80
2020-09-11 176 93 83 180 10.20

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