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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- The School Day, Attendance & Absence Procedures (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- BBF Prospectus & Aerial Tour (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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