Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery
107%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery
Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hertsmere community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melissa Adams, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 111 applications for 45 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hertsmere, Merry Hill 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 | School Lane, Bushey, Hertsmere, WD23 1ST |
| Headteacher | Melissa Adams |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 180 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2024. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
111
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Bushey
Hertsmere, WD23 1ST
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