Heronshaw School

URN: 130953 • Milton Keynes MK7 7PG

Overview

Name
Heronshaw School
URN
130953
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Melanie Saunders-Short (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Lichfield Down, Milton Keynes MK7 7PG

Summary

Heronshaw School is a community primary school located in Milton Keynes, catering to 260 pupils with a capacity of 270. The school prides itself on its warm and caring environment, where children are encouraged to grow into confident and independent learners. The ethos of "Inspire, Grow, Achieve" is central to the school's approach, fostering high expectations and a strong sense of community among students and staff.

The curriculum at Heronshaw is designed to engage and challenge pupils, with a particular emphasis on language development to support learning across all subjects. Early Years education is rooted in high-quality experiences, and as children progress, they continue to benefit from a rich learning environment that prioritises individual interests and aspirations. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and arts clubs, to enhance the overall educational experience.

Heronshaw School values strong partnerships with parents and encourages open communication. The school is part of the Inspiring Futures through Learning (IFtL) academy trust, which allows for collaboration and sharing of best practices among schools in the area. This commitment to community and collaboration helps ensure that every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

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Key details

LA
Milton Keynes
Age range
4 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
260
Boys
132
Girls
128
FSM %
15.00
Open date
1997-04-01
Close date
2018-12-31
Last Ofsted
2016-02-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Buckinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 260 132 128 270 15.00
2024-09-11 260 132 128 270 15.00
2023-09-11 260 132 128 270 15.00
2022-09-11 260 132 128 270 15.00
2021-09-11 260 132 128 270 15.00
2020-09-11 260 132 128 270 15.00

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