Guilden Morden CofE Primary Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Pound Green Guilden Morden Nr Royston Hertfordshire SG8 0JZ |
| Phone | 01763852318 |
| Reference Number | 142811 |
Guilden Morden CofE Primary Academy has been rated as good overall in its first Ofsted inspection since becoming an academy. The school creates a welcoming and family-like environment where pupils thrive academically and socially. There are strong support systems in place, including a committed staff and an effective local governing body, contributing to a flourishing academic culture. The teaching is tailored to meet the needs of mixed-age classes and provides broad opportunities for personal development. Furthermore, the focus on reading and early years provision demonstrates a solid commitment to nurturing students' educational journeys.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 59 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 35.59%
Girls: 64.41% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 25.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 15.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 13 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 2 | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 4 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| 5 | Unknown | 5 | 5 |
| 6 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.9% |
| White & Asian | 1.7% |
| Unclassified | 1.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 01 Oct 2019 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Jan 2025 | School inspection |
| 01 Oct 2019 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils are extremely happy and feel safe at school.
- The school fosters a family-like atmosphere among pupils and staff.
- Leaders have high aspirations and provide effective support for school improvement.
- The curriculum meets the needs of mixed-age classes well.
- Teaching helps pupils learn quickly and build knowledge over time.
- Early years provision is strong, with a focus on developing early reading skills.
- The school engages effectively with the local community.
Areas for Improvement
- Some less-able pupils have reading books that are too hard for them.
- Occasional mismatches in work difficulty for some pupils.
- Activities in early years sometimes lack clear purpose.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 5 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 4 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School
7 Hay Street, Steeple Morden, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 0PD |
1.1 miles |
|
Wrestlingworth CofE Infant School
Church Lane, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2EU |
2.31 miles |
|
Dunton CofE Junior School
High Street, Dunton, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8RN |
2.57 miles |
|
Ashwell Primary School
Silver Street, Ashwell, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5QL |
2.9 miles |
|
Bassingbourn Primary School
Brook Road, Bassingbourn, Bassingbourn Cp School, Brook Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5NP |
3.22 miles |
|
Sutton CofE VA Primary School
High Street, Sutton, Bedfordshire, SG19 2NE |
3.97 miles |
|
Potton Primary School
Mill Lane, Potton, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2PG |
4.91 miles |
|
Biggleswade Academy
Mead End, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8JU |
4.94 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Bassingbourn Village College
South End, Bassingbourn, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5NJ |
3.31 miles |
|
OneSchool Global UK - Biggleswade Campus
The Oaks, Potton Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0EP |
4.51 miles |
|
Stratton School
Eagle Farm Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8JB |
4.82 miles |
|
Ivel Valley School & College
Hitchmead Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0NL |
4.83 miles |
|
Edward Peake CofE VC School
Potton Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0EJ |
4.94 miles |