Hormead Church of England (VA) First School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 2-9 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Great Hormead Buntingford Hertfordshire SG9 0NR |
| Reference Number | 117439 |
Hormead Church of England (VA) First School is performing well overall, achieving a good rating in all inspection areas. The school fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and happy. There is a notable emphasis on high expectations for all students, including those with SEND, and adults effectively adapt learning to meet pupils' needs. The curriculum is designed to develop knowledge systematically, and there is a strong focus on early reading, which helps most pupils become fluent readers. Teachers and leaders are committed to ensuring the personal and academic growth of pupils, promoting Christian values and positive relationships within the community.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 131 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 60.31%
Girls: 39.69% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 13.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 33 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 7 | 17 |
| 2 | 12 | 11 | 23 |
| 3 | 14 | 6 | 20 |
| 4 | 10 | 3 | 13 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.3% |
| White, Other | 4.6% |
| White & Asian | 3.1% |
| African | 2.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 May 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 May 2024 | School inspection: |
| 30 Jan 2019 | Short inspection |
| 23 Jun 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Jan 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 14 Oct 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 30 Apr 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 Jan 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Mar 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Dec 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 16 May 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations for pupil achievement.
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Inclusive and positive school community.
- Effective leadership and management.
- Prioritization of early reading and literacy.
- Wide range of activities promoting personal development.
Areas for Improvement
- New curriculum plans are still being evaluated.
- Some pupils have low attendance, affecting their learning.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 7 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 8 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Anstey First School
Anstey, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 0BY |
1.85 miles |
|
Layston Church of England First School
The Causeway, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 9EU |
2 miles |
|
Buntingford First School
London Road, Buntingford, SG9 9HZ |
2.02 miles |
|
Millfield First and Nursery School
Monks Walk, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 9DT |
2.34 miles |
|
Edwinstree Church of England Middle School
Norfolk Road, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 9AW |
2.42 miles |
|
Furneux Pelham Church of England School
Furneux Pelham School, Furneux Pelham, Hertfordshire, SG9 0LH |
2.46 miles |
|
Jenyns First School and Nursery
Uplands, Braughing, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 2QJ |
3.03 miles |
|
Barkway VA Church of England First School
84 High Street, Barkway, Hertfordshire, SG8 8EF |
3.61 miles |
|
Albury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Church End, Albury, Hertfordshire, SG11 2JQ |
3.94 miles |
|
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
High Street, Puckeridge, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 1RZ |
4.28 miles |
|
Ralph Sadleir School
Station Road, Puckeridge, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 1TF |
4.28 miles |
|
Roger De Clare First CofE School
Station Road, Puckeridge, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 1TF |
4.3 miles |
|
Reed First School
Jacksons Lane, Reed, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 8AB |
4.58 miles |
|
Clavering Primary School
Stortford Road, Clavering, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4PE |
4.79 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Freman College
Bowling Green Lane, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 9BT |
2.57 miles |