Crabtree Infants' School
URN: 117312 • Harpenden AL5 5PU
Overview
- Name
- Crabtree Infants' School
- URN
- 117312
- 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
- Jane Whitehurst (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Crabtree Lane, Harpenden AL5 5PU
Summary
Crabtree Infants' School is a community primary school located in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, with a capacity of 180 pupils. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by a clear vision and values that prioritise the well-being and development of every child. The leadership team, including the Executive Head, is committed to maintaining high standards in education and ensuring that all students thrive.
The curriculum at Crabtree Infants' School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering key subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school places a strong emphasis on phonics and early reading, alongside a diverse range of extracurricular activities that promote personal growth and teamwork. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various initiatives, including volunteering and participation in the Parent-Teacher Association.
Crabtree Infants' School also prioritises the mental health and well-being of its students, offering support through programmes like Zones of Regulation and initiatives aimed at fostering resilience and a growth mindset. The school actively promotes inclusion and diversity, ensuring that all children feel valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
The curriculum at Crabtree Infants' School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering key subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school places a strong emphasis on phonics and early reading, alongside a diverse range of extracurricular activities that promote personal growth and teamwork. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various initiatives, including volunteering and participation in the Parent-Teacher Association.
Crabtree Infants' School also prioritises the mental health and well-being of its students, offering support through programmes like Zones of Regulation and initiatives aimed at fostering resilience and a growth mindset. The school actively promotes inclusion and diversity, ensuring that all children feel valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
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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 Junior School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 5 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2014-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2009-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 180 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 180 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 180 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 180 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 180 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 180 |
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