Crabtree Junior School
URN: 140708 • Harpenden AL5 5PU
Overview
- Name
- Crabtree Junior School
- URN
- 140708
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- IVY LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 76.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Simmons (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01582623501
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Crabtree Lane, Harpenden AL5 5PU
Summary
Crabtree Junior School, located in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, is a mixed primary academy with a capacity of 256 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by its vision and values. The leadership team prioritises the well-being of students, ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere conducive to learning.
The curriculum at Crabtree Junior School is broad and balanced, covering key subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school employs various teaching methods to engage students and promote a growth mindset. Additionally, there are opportunities for extracurricular activities, including sports and music, which enhance the overall educational experience.
Crabtree Junior School values community involvement and encourages parental engagement through initiatives like the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and volunteer opportunities. The school also focuses on inclusion and support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that every child has the resources they need to thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Crabtree Junior School is broad and balanced, covering key subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school employs various teaching methods to engage students and promote a growth mindset. Additionally, there are opportunities for extracurricular activities, including sports and music, which enhance the overall educational experience.
Crabtree Junior School values community involvement and encourages parental engagement through initiatives like the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and volunteer opportunities. The school also focuses on inclusion and support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that every child has the resources they need to thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Become a Governor (governance)
- Special Education Needs (SEND) (sen)
- Attendance Information (sen)
- Consent and Payments (sen)
- Presentations for Parents (sen)
- Mental Health Presentations (sen)
- Infant School (calendar)
- Junior School (calendar)
- School Calendar >> (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Wood End School (78.6)
- High Beeches Primary School (77.4)
- Crabtree Infants' School (71.6)
- Crabtree Infants' School (70.2)
- Crabtree Junior School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- IVY LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 256
- Pupils
- 256
- Boys
- 144
- Girls
- 112
- FSM %
- 0.40
- Open date
- 2014-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 256 | 144 | 112 | 256 | 0.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 257 | 149 | 108 | 256 | 0.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 256 | 148 | 108 | 256 | 1.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 256 | 148 | 108 | 256 | 1.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 256 | 146 | 110 | 256 | 1.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 253 | 133 | 120 | 256 | 2.80 |
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