Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School
111%
Capacity
233
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School
Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Brown, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1825th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 38 in North Hertfordshire.
Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Norton Road, Letchworth Garden City, North Hertfordshire, SG6 1AG |
| Headteacher | Andrew Brown |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 210 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1825th of 13,686
Nationally
172nd of 1,612
In East of England
4th of 38
In North Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School
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Contact Information
Norton Road, Letchworth Garden City
North Hertfordshire, SG6 1AG
Norton Road, Letchworth Garden City
North Hertfordshire, SG6 1AG
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