Hyde Heath Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Weedon Hill Hyde Heath Amersham Buckinghamshire HP6 5RW |
| Reference Number | 110237 |
Hyde Heath Infant School has been assessed as good overall, with notably outstanding performance in behaviour and attitudes, and personal development. The school has high expectations for all pupils, fostering a supportive environment that encourages positive relationships and community engagement. Despite the long gap since its last graded inspection, the school has maintained strong values and effective teaching, especially in phonics and early reading. However, staff expertise in some subject areas varies, which means improvement is still needed in ensuring all pupils achieve consistently high standards across the curriculum.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 55 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 56.36%
Girls: 43.64% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 14.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 18.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 18.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | 7 | 21 |
| 2 | 10 | 12 | 22 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 72.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 7.3% |
| Pakistani | 7.3% |
| Indian | 3.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.8% |
| White & Asian | 1.8% |
| Unclassified | 1.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Feb 2024 | School inspection: |
| 30 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 29 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Oct 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 22 May 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit exemplary behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning.
- The school promotes a strong sense of community involvement through various activities.
- High expectations are set for all pupils' achievement, including those with SEND.
- Engaging trips and external expert visits enhance the curriculum.
- The personal development of pupils is promoted exceptionally well through a variety of clubs and activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Staff do not yet have all the precise knowledge needed to deliver certain aspects of the curriculum effectively.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 13 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 11 | 3 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Little Missenden Church of England School
Little Missenden, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 0RA |
1.03 miles |
|
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
Amersham Road, Chesham Bois, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5PL |
1.83 miles |
|
The Beacon School
Amersham Road, Amersham, HP6 5PF |
1.86 miles |
|
Thomas Harding Junior School
Thomas Harding Junior School, Fullers Hill, Thomas Harding Junior School, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1LR |
1.86 miles |
|
Great Missenden CofE Combined School
Church Street, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 0AZ |
2.05 miles |
|
Chartridge Combined School
Cogdells Lane, Chartridge, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 2TW |
2.07 miles |
|
Heatherton School
10 Copperkins Lane, Amersham, HP6 5QB |
2.08 miles |
|
Elmtree Infant and Nursery School
Elmtree Hill, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 2PA |
2.1 miles |
|
Little Kingshill Combined School
Windsor Lane, Little Kingshill, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 0DZ |
2.19 miles |
|
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham
School Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 0EL |
2.3 miles |
|
Holmer Green Junior School
The Common, Holmer Green, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP15 6TD |
2.37 miles |
|
Gateway School
1 High Street, Great Missenden, HP16 9AA |
2.41 miles |
|
Waterside Primary Academy
Blackhorse Avenue, Waterside, Chesham, Waterside Primary Academy, Black Horse Avenue, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1QU |
2.42 miles |
|
Curzon Church of England Combined School
Penn Street Village, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 0QL |
2.46 miles |
|
Newtown School
Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 3AT |
2.53 miles |
|
Chesham Bois Church of England School
128 Bois Lane, Chesham Bois, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6DE |
2.56 miles |
|
Ivingswood Academy
Greenway, Chesham, HP5 2BY |
2.59 miles |
|
Home Tuition Service
Council Offices, Amersham, HP6 5BY |
2.64 miles |
|
Elangeni School
Woodside Avenue, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6EG |
2.7 miles |
|
Chestnut Lane School
105 Chestnut Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6EF |
2.7 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Chiltern Hills Academy
Chartridge Lane, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 2RG |
1.8 miles |
|
Missenden Abbey Adult Education College
|
2 miles |
|
The Misbourne School
Misbourne Drive, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 0BN |
2.06 miles |
|
Dr Challoner's Grammar School
Chesham Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5HA |
2.37 miles |
|
Chesham Grammar School
White Hill, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1BA |
2.63 miles |
|
Holmer Green Senior School
Parish Piece, Holmer Green, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP15 6SP |
2.64 miles |
|
Heritage House School
Cameron Road, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 3BP |
2.74 miles |
|
Amersham School
Stanley Hill, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9HH |
3.27 miles |
|
Stony Dean School
Orchard End Avenue, Pineapple Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9JW |
3.41 miles |
|
Sir William Ramsay School
Rose Avenue, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP15 7UB |
3.98 miles |
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Dr Challoner's High School
Cokes Lane, Little Chalfont, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9QB |
4.17 miles |
|
Pipers Corner School
Great Kingshill, High Wycombe, HP15 6LP |
4.19 miles |
|
Alfriston School
Penn Road, Knotty Green, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2TS |
4.72 miles |