Killigrew Primary and Nursery School
West Avenue, St Albans, AL2 3HDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Killigrew Primary and Nursery School is a primary school in St Albans for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 583 schools in Hertfordshire. It ranks 10th of 33 primary schools in St Albans. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 November 2014, report published 9 December 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 July 2024
This is a vibrant, happy school where pupils thrive and flourish. The school has high aspirations for its pupils. Staff work tirelessly to ensure all pupils can meet the school's high expectations. As a result, pupils across the school achieve exceptionally well across the curriculum. Pupils behave well and follow the school rules. They understand that these are in place to keep them safe. Pupils listen carefully to adults and each other in class. Lessons are calm and productive. As a result, learning is rarely disrupted. Pupils produce work to a very high standard across subjects. The school places a strong emphasis on ensuring that disadvantaged pupils participate in a variety of clubs that enrich their experiences. This enables all pupils to achieve notable success in a wide range of sporting and musical events. The school offers opportunities for pupils to develop as responsible citizens. Roles such as school councillors, sports ambassadors and play leaders help pupils recognise the value and impact of their contributions towards improving the school community. Pupils take pleasure in sharing and celebrating their diverse faiths and cultures. They demonstrate a strong sense of ethics, recognising the significance of fairness and equality for everyone. This fosters an inclusive and caring school community.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
60 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
412 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Killigrew Primary and Nursery School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
| Mandeville Primary School | 0.7 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 75% met the expected standard |
| How Wood Primary and Nursery School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| Park Street Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School | 1 mile | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 67% met the expected standard |
| Prae Wood Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 87% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr John Ferguson
- Phone
- 01727774200
- Address
- West Avenue, St Albans, AL2 3HD
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- URN
- 135528
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.