Therfield First School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | The Causeway Therfield Royston Hertfordshire SG8 9PP |
| Reference Number | 117153 |
Therfield First School is performing well overall, with an overall effectiveness rating of 'Good'. This inspection marks the first routine evaluation since the COVID-19 pandemic, following a long gap since the last inspection in 2009 when the school was rated 'Outstanding'. The school fosters a supportive and engaging environment where pupils are enthusiastic about learning and participate actively in their education and community. Their strong emphasis on personal development and various curricular activities has led to high levels of pupil engagement and well-being. While the school excels in many areas, including the quality of education and leadership, there are notable areas for improvement, particularly within certain foundation subjects where clarity in vocabulary and knowledge progression needs to be enhanced. This will assist teachers in accurately gauging pupils' understanding and planning effectively for their next steps in learning. Overall, the strengths of the school's ethos and community involvement shine through, contributing positively to pupils' educational experiences.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 66 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.55%
Girls: 45.45% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 22 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 22 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 8 | 14 |
| 2 | 10 | 5 | 15 |
| 3 | 8 | 7 | 15 |
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 87.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 6.1% |
| White, Other | 1.5% |
| Indian | 1.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Apr 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Sep 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong focus on oracy and practical learning.
- Pupils exhibit high levels of enthusiasm for learning.
- Well-supported pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Calm and well-managed classroom behavior.
- Pupils take active roles in their local community.
- Broad and rich curriculum available to students.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum lacks clarity in a few foundation subjects regarding vocabulary and knowledge progression.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 18 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 9 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Reed First School
Jacksons Lane, Reed, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 8AB |
1.77 miles |
|
Sandon Junior Mixed and Infant School
Sandon, Nr Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 0QS |
2.08 miles |
|
Tannery Drift School
Tannery Drift, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5DE |
2.48 miles |
|
Studlands Rise First School
Studlands Rise, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 9HB |
2.57 miles |
|
St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School
Melbourn Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7DB |
2.72 miles |
|
Icknield Walk First School
Poplar Drive, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7EZ |
2.92 miles |
|
Roman Way Academy
Burns Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5EQ |
3.15 miles |
|
Barkway VA Church of England First School
84 High Street, Barkway, Hertfordshire, SG8 8EF |
3.18 miles |
|
Bassingbourn Primary School
Brook Road, Bassingbourn, Bassingbourn Cp School, Brook Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5NP |
3.97 miles |
|
Barley (VA) Church of England First School
Church End, Barley, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 8JW |
4.08 miles |
|
Ashwell Primary School
Silver Street, Ashwell, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5QL |
4.46 miles |
|
Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School
7 Hay Street, Steeple Morden, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 0PD |
4.51 miles |
|
Edwinstree Church of England Middle School
Norfolk Road, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 9AW |
4.96 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
King James Academy Royston
Garden Walk, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7JH |
3.13 miles |
|
Bassingbourn Village College
South End, Bassingbourn, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5NJ |
3.97 miles |
|
Freman College
Bowling Green Lane, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 9BT |
4.74 miles |