Oughton Primary and Nursery School

URN: 133323 • Hitchin SG5 2NZ

Overview

Name
Oughton Primary and Nursery School
URN
133323
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Clayton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01462450716
Website
Visit
Address
Mattocke Road, Hitchin SG5 2NZ

Summary

Oughton Primary and Nursery School is a community school located in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, catering to children aged 3 to 11. Established in 2001 through the amalgamation of former schools, it currently has 202 pupils enrolled, with a capacity of 300. The school promotes a vision of learning, inclusion, friendship, and enjoyment, fostering a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and valued, as highlighted in the recent Ofsted report.

The curriculum at Oughton includes a broad range of subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and the Arts, alongside a focus on personal, social, and health education. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities and support for special educational needs, ensuring that all children can thrive academically and socially.

Community engagement is a significant aspect of school life, with events like the Scarecrow Festival and Anti-Bullying Week fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among families. Oughton Primary and Nursery School aims to create lasting memories for its pupils while promoting positive behaviour and self-awareness.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
300
Pupils
202
Boys
116
Girls
86
FSM %
47.50
Open date
2001-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 202 116 86 300 47.50
2024-09-11 218 131 87 300 47.70
2023-09-11 237 135 102 300 45.60
2022-09-11 237 135 102 300 45.60
2021-09-11 227 130 97 300 42.60
2020-09-11 228 123 105 300 34.10

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