Northfields Infants and Nursery School
84%
Capacity
151
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Northfields Infants and Nursery School
Northfields Infants 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 151 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Northfields Infants and Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rob Dell, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Northfields Infants and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Northfields Infants and Nursery School include Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Athletics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Northfields Infants 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 | Burley, Letchworth Garden City, North Hertfordshire, SG6 4PT |
| Headteacher | Rob Dell |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 151 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 151 / 180 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Burley, Letchworth Garden City
North Hertfordshire, SG6 4PT
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