Crabtree Junior School
URN: 117287 • Harpenden AL5 5PU
Overview
- Name
- Crabtree Junior School
- URN
- 117287
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Pattrick (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Crabtree Lane, Harpenden AL5 5PU
Summary
Crabtree Junior School, located in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, is a mixed community primary school with a capacity of 256 students. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by its vision and values. The leadership team, including the Executive Head, emphasizes the importance of community involvement, encouraging parents to participate as helpers and governors.
The curriculum at Crabtree is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside a range of creative and physical disciplines, including Art, Music, and PE. The school prioritises academic achievement while promoting personal growth through initiatives like Growth Mindset and Social, Moral, Spiritual, and Cultural (SMSC) education.
Crabtree Junior School also places a strong emphasis on well-being and mental health, offering resources and support for students and families. The school actively engages in community initiatives, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility among its pupils through various councils and eco-teams.
The curriculum at Crabtree is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside a range of creative and physical disciplines, including Art, Music, and PE. The school prioritises academic achievement while promoting personal growth through initiatives like Growth Mindset and Social, Moral, Spiritual, and Cultural (SMSC) education.
Crabtree Junior School also places a strong emphasis on well-being and mental health, offering resources and support for students and families. The school actively engages in community initiatives, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility among its pupils through various councils and eco-teams.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wood End School (78.6)
- High Beeches Primary School (77.4)
- Crabtree Junior School (76.1)
- Crabtree Infants' School (71.6)
- Crabtree Infants' School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 256
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2014-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2009-05-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 256 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 256 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 256 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 256 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 256 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 256 |
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