Hillshott Infant School and Nursery
116%
Capacity
209
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Hillshott Infant School and Nursery
Hillshott Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hillshott Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melissa Peacock, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Hillshott Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 158 applications for 56 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Hillshott Infant School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (49 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hillshott Infant School and Nursery include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Hillshott Infant School and Nursery 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 | Ridge Avenue, Letchworth, North Hertfordshire, SG6 1QE |
| Headteacher | Melissa Peacock |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.8% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 180 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
49 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
158
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ridge Avenue, Letchworth
North Hertfordshire, SG6 1QE
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