St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

URN: 117451 • St Albans AL3 4SJ

Overview

Name
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
URN
117451
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
63.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Rafferty (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01727854866
Website
Visit
Address
St Michael's Street, St Albans AL3 4SJ

Summary

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, serves a mixed-gender population of 198 pupils, with a capacity for 210. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment that values inclusivity, welcoming children and families of all faiths and backgrounds. As a Church of England school, it emphasizes spiritual development and encourages pupils to positively impact their community.

The curriculum at St Michael's is bespoke and enriched, designed to prepare students for their future educational journeys. The school has recently received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards. St Michael's also promotes strong relationships with families, recognizing the importance of communication and parental involvement in children's education.

In addition to academic excellence, St Michael's offers various extracurricular activities, including wraparound care and clubs, to support the holistic development of its pupils. The school community is characterized by a strong sense of belonging, aiming to provide each child with opportunities to experience 'Life in all its fullness.'

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
198
Boys
90
Girls
108
FSM %
9.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 198 90 108 210 9.10
2024-09-11 192 87 105 210 9.40
2023-09-11 178 86 92 210 8.40
2022-09-11 178 86 92 210 8.40
2021-09-11 166 78 88 186 12.70
2020-09-11 150 69 81 186 13.30

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