Applecroft School

URN: 137943 • Welwyn Garden City AL8 6JZ

Overview

Name
Applecroft School
URN
137943
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
APPLECROFT SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Withe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01707323758
Website
Visit
Address
Applecroft Road, Welwyn Garden City AL8 6JZ

Summary

Applecroft School is a primary academy located in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 452 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 450. The school prides itself on nurturing the 'whole child', focusing on both personal development and academic progress. This approach is reflected in their mission statement: "Nurturing Potential, Inspiring Minds, Changing Lives," which emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for all students.

The curriculum at Applecroft is designed to foster a love of learning and develop essential life skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, and resilience. The school implements 'The Leader in Me' programme to cultivate leadership skills from an early age, alongside a comprehensive PSHE curriculum. Applecroft also encourages community involvement through pupil-led initiatives, reinforcing the importance of social responsibility.

With a strong emphasis on kindness, respect, and determination, Applecroft School aims to create a family-like atmosphere where every child is valued as an individual. The school community works collaboratively to ensure that each child can thrive and create lasting memories during their formative years.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
APPLECROFT SCHOOL
Capacity
450
Pupils
452
Boys
223
Girls
229
FSM %
10.80
Open date
2012-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 452 223 229 450 10.80
2024-09-11 452 215 237 450 10.10
2023-09-11 447 213 234 450 10.40
2022-09-11 447 213 234 450 10.40
2021-09-11 454 212 242 450 8.90
2020-09-11 452 210 242 450 7.20

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