Ickleford Primary School

URN: 117401 • Hitchin SG5 3TG

Overview

Name
Ickleford Primary School
URN
117401
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Wright (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01462459150
Website
Visit
Address
Arlesey Road, Hitchin SG5 3TG

Summary

Ickleford Primary School is a Voluntary Controlled Church of England school located in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, catering to children from Reception to Year 6. With a current enrolment of 208 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child is known individually. The curriculum is designed to be broad and challenging, supported by a dedicated team of experienced staff who maintain high expectations for student achievement.

The school places significant emphasis on the well-being and mental health of its pupils, fostering resilience and independence through strong partnerships with parents and the local community. Core Christian values such as love, compassion, and honesty are integral to the school's ethos and are reinforced through daily collective worship and classroom activities.

Ickleford Primary also maintains close ties with St Katharine’s Church, engaging in community events throughout the year. The school aims to create a supportive team atmosphere that includes children, parents, staff, governors, and the local community, ensuring a collaborative approach to education.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
208
Boys
113
Girls
95
FSM %
13.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 208 113 95 210 13.50
2024-09-11 210 110 100 210 16.20
2023-09-11 209 114 95 210 13.90
2022-09-11 209 114 95 210 13.90
2021-09-11 208 111 97 210 11.10
2020-09-11 208 102 106 210 11.10

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