Shepherd Primary

About Shepherd Primary

Shepherd Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Three Rivers community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Shepherd Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Foad, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3923rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 25 in Three Rivers.

Shepherd Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 17 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Shepherd Primary include Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Three Rivers, Shepherd Primary 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.

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