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Heronsgate School

Milton Keynes, MK7 7BWPrimaryAges 7–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Nov 2023
KS2 Results
60%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
N/A
No data
Ranking
#7,869
of 13,686 nationally

About Heronsgate School

Heronsgate School is a popular choice among local families, with its 346 pupils falling well short of the 480 capacity, indicating oversubscription. The school’s Good Ofsted rating, held consistently across its two most recent inspections in 2017 and 2023, provides a reliable signal of quality for parents. The most recent inspection in November 2023 rated the school Good across all categories, including behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. While the data does not include a specific parent recommendation percentage, the oversubscription combined with the sustained Good rating suggests a solid reputation. The school serves a diverse community, with 33.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals, well above the national average, and caters specifically to children aged 7 to 11 as a junior school in Milton Keynes. Headteacher Thomas Rowlands leads this mixed, non-religious state primary, which appears to be a stable and inclusive option for families in the area.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressLichfield Down, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK7 7BW
HeadteacherThomas Rowlands
Local AuthorityMilton Keynes
Number of Pupils346
Free School Meals (FSM)33.8%
School Capacity346 / 480 (72% full)

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

21 Nov 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

9
Sensory RoomDining HallForest SchoolLibrarySports HallMusic RoomsOutdoor PlaygroundICT SuiteChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

RoundersAthleticsCross CountryFootballCricketGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubFilm ClubChoirEco ClubDramaChess

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Heronsgate School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.