Buntingford First School
URN: 149748 • Buntingford SG9 9HZ
Overview
- Name
- Buntingford First School
- URN
- 149748
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SCHOLARS' EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Vikki Johnston (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01763290350
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- London Road, Buntingford SG9 9HZ
Summary
Buntingford First School, located in Buntingford, Hertfordshire, is a newly established two-form entry primary school that opened in September 2023. Catering to children aged 3 to 9, the school is notable for being the first net zero carbon school in the county, reflecting its commitment to sustainability. With a current enrolment of 123 pupils and a capacity of 330, the school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued as an individual.
The curriculum at Buntingford First School is designed to be innovative and responsive to the needs of its students, focusing on first-hand learning experiences. Key educational drivers include new technologies, well-being, and sustainability, which are integrated throughout the learning process. The school fosters a child-centred approach, encouraging high attainment and personal growth.
As part of the Scholars’ Education Trust, Buntingford First School is dedicated to building strong connections within the local community. The school actively promotes environmental awareness and community engagement, ensuring that students develop into well-rounded citizens prepared for an ever-changing world.
The curriculum at Buntingford First School is designed to be innovative and responsive to the needs of its students, focusing on first-hand learning experiences. Key educational drivers include new technologies, well-being, and sustainability, which are integrated throughout the learning process. The school fosters a child-centred approach, encouraging high attainment and personal growth.
As part of the Scholars’ Education Trust, Buntingford First School is dedicated to building strong connections within the local community. The school actively promotes environmental awareness and community engagement, ensuring that students develop into well-rounded citizens prepared for an ever-changing world.
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Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SCHOLARS' EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 330
- Pupils
- 123
- Boys
- 62
- Girls
- 61
- FSM %
- 15.90
- Open date
- 2023-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 123 | 62 | 61 | 330 | 15.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 70 | 37 | 33 | 330 | 14.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 330 |
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