Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School
URN: 148434 • St Albans AL3 5RL
Overview
- Name
- Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School
- URN
- 148434
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- AMBITION EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 46.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Sutton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01727890440
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Townsend Drive, St Albans AL3 5RL
Summary
Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School, located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, is a one-form entry primary academy with a capacity of 570 pupils. The school has a rich history, dating back to 1896, and is now part of the Ambition Education Trust. It aims to foster not only academic success but also social and moral development through a supportive and nurturing environment.
The curriculum at Garden Fields is designed to be stimulating and engaging, complemented by a variety of enrichment and extra-curricular activities. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to thrive. Facilities include extensive outdoor spaces, a forest school area, and a dedicated breakfast and after-school club known as 'The Hub.'
The school community is diverse, and parents appreciate the strong relationships between teachers and students, which contribute to a positive learning atmosphere. Garden Fields actively encourages parental involvement and celebrates the cultural heritage of its students through various events. For families considering a place for their child, school tours are available to explore the facilities and ethos further.
The curriculum at Garden Fields is designed to be stimulating and engaging, complemented by a variety of enrichment and extra-curricular activities. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to thrive. Facilities include extensive outdoor spaces, a forest school area, and a dedicated breakfast and after-school club known as 'The Hub.'
The school community is diverse, and parents appreciate the strong relationships between teachers and students, which contribute to a positive learning atmosphere. Garden Fields actively encourages parental involvement and celebrates the cultural heritage of its students through various events. For families considering a place for their child, school tours are available to explore the facilities and ethos further.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Terms of Use (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Policies (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- AMBITION EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 570
- Pupils
- 480
- Boys
- 239
- Girls
- 241
- FSM %
- 14.20
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 480 | 239 | 241 | 570 | 14.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 525 | 257 | 268 | 570 | 12.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 583 | 291 | 292 | 570 | 11.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 583 | 291 | 292 | 600 | 11.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 600 |
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