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York Road Nursery School

North Hertfordshire, SG5 1XANurseryAges 2–5MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
Jul 2023
KS2 Results
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Competition
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About York Road Nursery School

York Road Nursery School sits in a local authority where 9 out of 14 state nursery schools hold an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, so it is in strong company. But what sets this school apart is its consistency: it has been judged Outstanding in every graded inspection on record, with the most recent ungraded visit in 2023 confirming it 'remains Outstanding'. The school's leadership and management have also been rated Outstanding, and the early years provision was graded at the highest level (grade 1) in its previous full inspection back in 2013. For a nursery serving just 106 children aged 2 to 5, that track record is unusually solid. While the local authority average for nursery schools is high, York Road is one of the few that has held its top rating across multiple inspections without any dip. Parents looking for a nursery with a proven, sustained record of quality will find that reassuring.

Key Details

School TypeNursery (State)
Age Range2 to 5 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressYork Road, Hitchin, North Hertfordshire, SG5 1XA
HeadteacherAntonia Robinson
Local AuthorityHertfordshire
Number of Pupils106
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

4 Jul 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Latest monitoring visit (4 Jul 2023): School remains Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

6
LibraryOutdoor PlaygroundArt StudiosSensory RoomGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

2

Sports

Gymnastics

Clubs & Activities

Eco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

Speech & Language

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About York Road Nursery School

York Road Nursery School has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.