Icknield Walk First School
96%
Capacity
345
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Icknield Walk First School
Icknield Walk First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 345 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Icknield Walk First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Sherwood, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Icknield Walk First School is a popular choice with families — it received 159 applications for 59 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
Icknield Walk First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (110 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Icknield Walk First School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Icknield Walk First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Poplar Drive, Royston, North Hertfordshire, SG8 7EZ |
| Headteacher | Jane Sherwood |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 345 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.9% |
| School Capacity | 345 / 360 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
110 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
159
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Poplar Drive, Royston
North Hertfordshire, SG8 7EZ
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