Kingshill Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Heath Drive Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0RL |
| Reference Number | 117319 |
Kingshill Infant School is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating in most areas while receiving an 'Outstanding' rating for leadership and management. The school, which had not been inspected for 15 years due to a legal exemption, has adapted effectively under new governance and educational frameworks. The inclusive environment is particularly noted for its focus on the well-being and safety of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), fostering a strong community spirit. Pupils are eager to learn and receive a comprehensive curriculum that develops their language and communication skills, although there are some noted areas for improvement in phonics instruction delivery. Strengths of the school include high expectations set by staff, an engaging curriculum rich in vocabulary, and a supportive leadership team that prioritizes staff development. Despite the strengths, there are some inconsistencies in the implementation of the new phonics program that affect pupil engagement and learning outcomes. Continuous support and training for staff are recommended to ensure all pupils have equal opportunities to succeed.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 207 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.79%
Girls: 51.21% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 4.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 | 34 | 60 |
| 2 | 28 | 25 | 53 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 77.3% |
| Unclassified | 8.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.8% |
| White, Other | 3.9% |
| White & Asian | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| Indian | 1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Jan 2023 | School inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 21 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Feb 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Inclusive environment for all pupils.
- High expectations set by kind and nurturing staff.
- Strong focus on kindness and well-being.
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum.
- Effective communication skill development, including sign language.
- Robust support for pupils with SEND.
- Commitment to staff development and training.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in the delivery of the phonics program.
- Variability in pupil engagement during phonics sessions.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 40 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 30 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School
Heath Drive, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0RL |
0.08 miles |
|
Larkspur Academy
Tower Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7LP |
0.44 miles |
|
St Catherine's Church of England Primary School
Park Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0AW |
0.58 miles |
|
Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery
New Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7BT |
0.61 miles |
|
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Broadmeads, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9HY |
0.72 miles |
|
Priors Wood Primary School
Cozens Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7HZ |
0.83 miles |
|
Thundridge Church of England Primary School
Ermine Street, Thundridge, Ware, Herts, Hertfordshire, SG12 0SY |
1.28 miles |
|
Middleton School
Walnut Tree Walk, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9PD |
1.38 miles |
|
Wheatcroft Primary School
Stanstead Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 7HQ |
1.67 miles |
|
St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
Hillside Lane, Great Amwell, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9SE |
2.13 miles |
|
Puller Memorial, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School
High Cross, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 1AZ |
2.22 miles |
|
Bengeo Primary School
The Avenue, Bengeo, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 3DX |
2.29 miles |
|
Hertford Heath Primary and Nursery School
Woodland Road, Hertford Heath, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 7QW |
2.37 miles |
|
Duncombe School
4 Warren Park Road, Bengeo, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 3JA |
2.4 miles |
|
Abel Smith School
Churchfields, Greencoates, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8AE |
2.41 miles |
|
Mill Mead Primary Academy
Mill Mead Primary School Port Vale, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 3AA |
2.62 miles |
|
St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Mill Race, Stanstead Abbotts, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 8BZ |
2.79 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Hertford)
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Road, North Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2BU |
2.93 miles |
|
Stapleford Primary School
Church Lane, Stapleford, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 3NB |
2.96 miles |
|
Morgans Primary School & Nursery
Morgans Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8DR |
2.96 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
The Chauncy School
Park Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0DP |
0.63 miles |
|
Hertford Regional College
Scotts Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9JF |
0.85 miles |
|
Presdales School
Hoe Lane, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9NX |
1.15 miles |
|
Pinewood School
Hoe Lane, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9PB |
1.33 miles |
|
Simon Balle All-Through School
Mangrove Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8AJ |
2.4 miles |
|
Amwell View School
Station Road, Stanstead Abbotts, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 8EH |
2.61 miles |
|
Richard Hale School
Hale Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8EN |
2.68 miles |
|
Haileybury College
|
2.79 miles |
|
Hailey Hall School
Hailey Lane, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 7PB |
2.95 miles |
|
The Sele School
Welwyn Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2DG |
3.32 miles |
|
The John Warner School
Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon, EN11 0QF |
3.36 miles |
|
St Edmund's College
Old Hall Green, Ware, SG11 1DS |
4.32 miles |
|
Robert Barclay Academy
Cock Lane, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 8JY |
4.54 miles |