St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin
Benslow Lane, Hitchin, SG4 9RDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin is a primary school in Hitchin for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 583 schools in Hertfordshire. It ranks 7th of 22 primary schools in Hitchin. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2018.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 26 September 2018, report published 11 November 2018
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 3 July 2024
Pupils are happy in the nurturing atmosphere at St Andrew's. They are enthusiastic and inquisitive learners. The school's beautiful grounds provide them with opportunities to explore and grow. Pupils develop their talents and interests in a variety of ways. These include learning to play the clarinet, performing in the end of year show, or competing against local schools in a range of sporting events. The school has high expectations of pupils' behaviour and achievement. Pupils are polite and respectful. In the dining room, they show their beautiful manners. The playground is a harmonious place. Older pupils take on the role of play leaders. They look after the equipment and ensure everyone has someone to play with. In lessons, pupils listen to their teachers and to each other. Pupils work hard and achieve very well, particularly in the core subjects of reading, writing and mathematics. Pupils appreciate the range of trips the school offers, such as a day at the beach or a residential stay in Cumbria. These trips enhance pupils' learning of the curriculum. They teach them important life skills, such as independence and teamwork. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are fully included in the life of the school.
What the school should improve
- There are inconsistencies in the way teachers check pupils' learning, address misconceptions and provide pupils with the time and information needed to improve their written work. As a result, some pupils do not make the improvements needed to progress well. The school should ensure that teachers use all aspects of assessment effectively so that all pupils are supported to achieve the ambitious aims of the curriculum.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
31 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
234 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Ransom Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 78% met the expected standard |
| Highbury Infant School and Nursery | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Mary Exton Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 40% met the expected standard |
| Whitehill Junior School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
| Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Laura Murphy
- Phone
- 01462459160
- Address
- Benslow Lane, Hitchin, SG4 9RD
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- URN
- 117467
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.