Icknield Infant and Nursery School
63%
Capacity
215
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Icknield Infant and Nursery School
Icknield Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 215 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Icknield Infant and Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Squires, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Icknield Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 57 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
Icknield Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (57 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 Icknield Infant and Nursery School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Icknield 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 | Archers Way, Letchworth Garden City, North Hertfordshire, SG6 4UN |
| Headteacher | Samantha Squires |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 215 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.1% |
| School Capacity | 215 / 342 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
57 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Archers Way, Letchworth Garden City
North Hertfordshire, SG6 4UN
Archers Way, Letchworth Garden City
North Hertfordshire, SG6 4UN
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