Hertford Prep
Hertford Prep is an independent school in Hertford for pupils aged 2 to 11. It has 130 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Hertford Prep is Good, from an inspection in February 2007.
Ofsted inspection: February 2007.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | St Mary's Lane Hertingfordbury Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 2LX |
| Reference Number | 117629 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 130 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.62%
Girls: 45.38% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
St Joseph’s In The Park is performing well, providing a good quality education and care for its 170 pupils aged 3 to 11. The school excels in fostering both academic and personal development, with parents reporting it as a happy place filled with enthusiastic children. Notable strengths include a broad and lively curriculum enriched by an exceptional range of extracurricular activities, particularly in music and sports. The school effectively supports pupils with specific learning difficulties through its Woodlands provision, ensuring they make good progress.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 Jan 2007 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Jan 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Good quality curriculum with a broad range of extracurricular activities
- Outstanding provision for pupils with specific learning difficulties
- Strong focus on pupils' spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development
- Excellent relationships between pupils and staff
- High levels of parental satisfaction and engagement
Areas for Improvement
- Lack of appropriate facilities for pupils who are ill
- Need for clearer strategies in individual education plans
In 2025–26, 23.1% of pupils at Hertford Prep were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 9.2% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Hertford Prep's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Hertford Prep is Good, from an inspection in February 2007.
When was Hertford Prep last inspected by Ofsted?
Hertford Prep was last inspected in February 2007.
How many pupils does Hertford Prep have?
Hertford Prep has 130 pupils on roll.
What age range does Hertford Prep cover?
Hertford Prep for pupils aged 2 to 11.
Where is Hertford Prep?
Hertford Prep is at St Mary's Lane, Hertingfordbury, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2LX.