Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School
90%
Capacity
291
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School
Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the St Albans community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 291 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 322 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Rimmer, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 186 applications for 80 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St Albans, Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 154 Sandridge Road, St Albans, St Albans, AL1 4AP |
| Headteacher | Hannah Rimmer |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.4% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 322 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed80
186
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
154 Sandridge Road, St Albans
St Albans, AL1 4AP
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