Sheredes Primary School
96%
Capacity
460
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Sheredes Primary School
Sheredes Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxbourne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Lorna Stevenson, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 549th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 26 in Broxbourne.
Sheredes Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 221 applications for 59 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 88 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sheredes Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxbourne, Sheredes 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 | Benford Road, Hoddesdon, Broxbourne, EN11 8LL |
| Headteacher | Lorna Stevenson |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.2% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 480 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
549th of 13,686
Nationally
54th of 1,612
In East of England
2nd of 26
In Broxbourne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
95%
'23/24
87%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
221
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Benford Road, Hoddesdon
Broxbourne, EN11 8LL
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