Barkway VA Church of England First School

URN: 117422 • Royston SG8 8EF

Overview

Name
Barkway VA Church of England First School
URN
117422
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sharon Brown (since 2025) , Acting- Headteacher
Telephone
01763848283
Website
Visit
Address
84 High Street, Royston SG8 8EF

Summary

Barkway VA Church of England First School, located in Royston, Hertfordshire, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2 to 9. With a current enrolment of 33 students and a capacity of 57, the school fosters a close-knit community atmosphere. As part of the Barley and Barkway Federation, it collaborates with Barley First School to provide a cohesive educational experience, ensuring that children receive personalised learning tailored to their individual needs.

The school is deeply rooted in Christian values, promoting respect, pastoral care, and a nurturing environment. The curriculum is designed to engage students through a rich and varied educational experience, encouraging independent and confident learners. The school operates single-year classes from Year 1 to Year 4, with early years education provided in Barkway, facilitating social and educational progress.

Barkway First School also emphasizes the importance of community, working closely with local churches and engaging with families to support the holistic development of each child. The school's commitment to fostering emotional, spiritual, and academic wellbeing is central to its mission of preparing students for future challenges.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
4 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
57
Pupils
33
Boys
20
Girls
13
FSM %
50.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 33 20 13 57 50.00
2024-09-11 33 18 15 57 25.00
2023-09-11 43 23 20 57 9.70
2022-09-11 43 23 20 57 9.70
2021-09-11 47 24 23 57 11.60
2020-09-11 50 25 25 57 20.90

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