Studlands Rise First School
94%
Capacity
170
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Studlands Rise First School
Studlands Rise First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 170 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Studlands Rise First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nikki Wilby, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Studlands Rise First School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 30 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Studlands Rise First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (77 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 Studlands Rise First School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Art Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Studlands Rise First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Studlands Rise, Royston, North Hertfordshire, SG8 9HB |
| Headteacher | Nikki Wilby |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 170 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 170 / 180 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
77 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
112
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Studlands Rise, Royston
North Hertfordshire, SG8 9HB
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