Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School
96%
Capacity
434
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School
Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 434 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Lisa Hayes, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5423rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 38 in North Hertfordshire.
Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 56 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (116 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Tennis, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Highover Junior Mixed and Infant 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cambridge Road, Hitchin, North Hertfordshire, SG4 0JP |
| Headteacher | Lisa Hayes |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 450 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5423rd of 13,686
Nationally
570th of 1,612
In East of England
19th of 38
In North Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
116 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School
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Contact Information
Cambridge Road, Hitchin
North Hertfordshire, SG4 0JP
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