Best 3 Primary schools in North Hertfordshire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School (Primary) in Hitchin; St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin (Primary) in Hitchin; St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School (Primary) in Royston — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School, St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin and St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School. They are primary phase and community school, voluntary aided school and academy converter type located around Hitchin, Hertfordshire and Royston, Hertfordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School (Nov 2023). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 900, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–5–10%; all within the The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust trust.

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Attribute	Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School SG5 2JQ	St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin SG4 9RD	St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School SG8 7DB
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2JQ	Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9RD	Royston Hertfordshire SG8 7DB
Latest Ofsted	1 20 Nov 2023	1 11 Nov 2018	1 19 Jan 2018
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	420	210	210
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Hertfordshire (919)	Hertfordshire (919)	The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust
Website	www.samlucas.herts.sch.uk	www.standrews.herts.sch.uk	www.stmarysroyston.co.uk
Telephone	01462456737	01462459160	01763246021
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School

SG5 2JQ

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Hitchin
Hertfordshire
SG5 2JQ
Ofsted: 1 20 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hertfordshire (919)
Website: www.samlucas.herts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01462456737

St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin

SG4 9RD

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Hitchin
Hertfordshire
SG4 9RD
Ofsted: 1 11 Nov 2018
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hertfordshire (919)
Website: www.standrews.herts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01462459160

St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School

SG8 7DB

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Royston
Hertfordshire
SG8 7DB
Ofsted: 1 19 Jan 2018
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust
Website: www.stmarysroyston.co.uk
Telephone: 01763246021

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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