Chalfont St Giles Infant School and Nursery
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4JJ |
| Reference Number | 110214 |
Chalfont St Giles Infant School and Nursery continues to perform well as a good school, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and community values. The nurturing environment has led to positive relationships among pupils, who feel safe and enjoy learning. The school implements an ambitious curriculum while maintaining high expectations for behavior and academic achievement. Staff commitment and effective teaching strategies contribute to pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, achieving well across subjects, particularly in reading and phonics. However, some foundation subjects are still in earlier stages of implementation, which may hinder consistent learning across the curriculum. Attendance issues affect a small number of pupils, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, restricting their access to wider school opportunities. School leaders are actively working to address these attendance challenges, ensuring all pupils benefit fully from school life.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 188 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.28%
Girls: 53.72% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 8.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 | 32 | 60 |
| 2 | 18 | 35 | 53 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 66% |
| Indian | 8.5% |
| White & Asian | 6.4% |
| White, Other | 4.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.3% |
| Unclassified | 2.1% |
| Irish | 2.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% |
| Asian, Other | 1.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| African | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Feb 2023 | School inspection |
| 17 Oct 2017 | Short inspection |
| 13 Jun 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Oct 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 17 May 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on teamwork and school values
- Effective phonics and early reading programs
- High expectations for behavior and learning
- Nurturing and supportive environment for all pupils
- Good involvement of parents and community in education
- Excellent support mechanisms for pupils with SEND
- Rich range of extracurricular activities and opportunities
Areas for Improvement
- Some foundation subjects are not fully implemented
- Lower attendance rates for a small number of pupils
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 14 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 31 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Chalfont St Giles Junior School
Parsonage Road, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, HP8 4JW |
0.17 miles |
|
Jordans School
Puers Lane, Jordans, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2TE |
1.29 miles |
|
Chalfont St Peter Infant School
Lovel End, Chalfont St. Peter, GERRARDS CROSS, Buckinghamshire, SL9 9PB |
1.44 miles |
|
Chalfont St Peter CofE Academy
Penn Road, Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 9SS |
1.7 miles |
|
Robertswood School
Denham Lane, Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 0EW |
1.76 miles |
|
Seer Green Church of England School
School Lane, Seer Green, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2QJ |
1.89 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Priory Road, Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 8SB |
2.27 miles |
|
Maltman's Green School
Maltmans Lane, Gerrards Cross, SL9 8RR |
2.36 miles |
|
Chorleywood Primary School
Stag Lane, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 5HR |
2.39 miles |
|
The Russell School
Brushwood Drive, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 5RR |
2.56 miles |
|
Gayhurst School
Bull Lane, Gerrards Cross, SL9 8RJ |
2.56 miles |
|
Little Chalfont Primary School
Oakington Avenue, Little Chalfont, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6SX |
2.69 miles |
|
Maple Cross Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School
Denham Way, Maple Cross, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 9SS |
2.72 miles |
|
Coleshill Church of England Infant School
Village Road, Coleshill, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 0LQ |
2.73 miles |
|
Chalfont Valley E-ACT Primary Academy
Bell Lane, Little Chalfont, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6PF |
2.87 miles |
|
St George's Church of England Infant School
White Lion Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9HX |
2.93 miles |
|
St Mary and All Saints CofE Primary School
Maxwell Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1RG |
3.1 miles |
|
Henry Allen Nursery School
Mitchell Walk, Amersham, HP6 6NW |
3.21 miles |
|
Woodside Junior School
Mitchell Walk, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6NW |
3.23 miles |
|
High March School
23 Ledborough Lane, Beaconsfield, HP9 2PZ |
3.28 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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The Chalfonts Community College
Narcot Lane, Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 8TP |
1.49 miles |
|
Dr Challoner's High School
Cokes Lane, Little Chalfont, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9QB |
2.49 miles |
|
Thorpe House School
Oval Way, Gerrards Cross, SL9 8QA |
2.61 miles |
|
Amersham School
Stanley Hill, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9HH |
2.65 miles |
|
Stony Dean School
Orchard End Avenue, Pineapple Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9JW |
2.75 miles |
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St Mary's School
Packhorse Road, Gerrards Cross, SL9 8JQ |
2.78 miles |
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The Reach Free School
Long Lane, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 8AB |
2.97 miles |
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St Clement Danes School
Chenies Road, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 6EW |
3.37 miles |
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Dr Challoner's Grammar School
Chesham Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5HA |
3.48 miles |
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The Beaconsfield School
Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1SJ |
3.49 miles |
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Alfriston School
Penn Road, Knotty Green, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2TS |
3.5 miles |
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Beaconsfield High School
Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1RR |
3.57 miles |
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Royal Masonic School for Girls
Rickmansworth Park, Rickmansworth, WD3 4HF |
4.42 miles |
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Harefield School
Northwood Way, Harefield, Uxbridge, UB9 6ET |
4.62 miles |
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Saint Joan of Arc Catholic School
High Street, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 1HG |
4.67 miles |