St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School
98%
Capacity
236
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School
St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 236 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Orton, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7837th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 47 in East Hertfordshire.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Hertfordshire, St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Heath Drive, Ware, East Hertfordshire, SG12 0RL |
| Headteacher | Hannah Orton |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 240 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7837th of 13,686
Nationally
849th of 1,612
In East of England
33rd of 47
In East Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
60%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School
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Contact Information
Heath Drive, Ware
East Hertfordshire, SG12 0RL
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