Heronshill School and Nursery
52%
Capacity
93
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Heronshill School and Nursery
Heronshill School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 93 pupils on roll, operating at 52% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heronshill School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsty Outtram, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
Heronshill School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 17 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heronshill School and Nursery include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Chess, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Heronshill School and Nursery is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Birdlip Lane, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK7 6HD |
| Headteacher | Kirsty Outtram |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 93 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 93 / 180 (52% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2012. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
68
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Birdlip Lane, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK7 6HD
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