Roecroft Lower School
88%
Capacity
395
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Roecroft Lower School
Roecroft Lower School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 395 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 450 places).
Ofsted has rated Roecroft Lower School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hollie Cross, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Roecroft Lower School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 52 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Roecroft Lower School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (118 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Roecroft Lower School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Roecroft Lower 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 | 5 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Buttercup Road, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire, SG5 4PF |
| Headteacher | Hollie Cross |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 395 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 395 / 450 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
118 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Buttercup Road, Hitchin
Central Bedfordshire, SG5 4PF
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