Purwell Primary School
67%
Capacity
163
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Purwell Primary School
Purwell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 163 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Purwell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Cano, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4047th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 38 in North Hertfordshire.
Purwell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 11 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Purwell Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (74 responses).
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 Purwell Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Purwell 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Fairfield Way, Purwell Primary School, Fairfield Way Hitchin Herts. Sg40pu, Hitchin, North Hertfordshire, SG4 0PU |
| Headteacher | Richard Cano |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 163 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.2% |
| School Capacity | 163 / 243 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4047th of 13,686
Nationally
422nd of 1,612
In East of England
12th of 38
In North Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
74 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
35
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Purwell Primary School
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Contact Information
Fairfield Way, Purwell Primary School, Fairfield Way Hitchin Herts. Sg40pu, Hitchin
North Hertfordshire, SG4 0PU
Fairfield Way, Purwell Primary School, Fairfield Way Hitchin Herts. Sg40pu, Hitchin
North Hertfordshire, SG4 0PU
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