St John's Church of England Infant and Nursery School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Gills Hill Lane Radlett Hertfordshire WD7 8DD |
| Reference Number | 147818 |
St John's Church of England Infant and Nursery School has received a good overall effectiveness rating in its first inspection since becoming an academy. The school demonstrates notable strengths in behavior and attitudes as well as personal development, which have been rated outstanding. These strengths are supported by a dedicated staff and an engaging curriculum that stimulates pupils' eagerness to learn and fosters a positive, safe environment. While there are areas of effective practice in teaching and learning, some challenges exist regarding the consistency of leadership capabilities, particularly among new leaders who may require additional support to enhance the quality of education further.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 183 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.46%
Girls: 47.54% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 15.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 | 28 | 54 |
| 2 | 25 | 25 | 50 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 61.2% |
| White, Other | 11.5% |
| Indian | 7.7% |
| White & Asian | 3.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.3% |
| Asian, Other | 2.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.2% |
| African | 2.2% |
| Irish | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 19 May 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 May 2022 | School inspection: |
| 08 Jul 2020 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as St John's Church of England Infant and Nursery School | |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 24 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 31 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
| 31 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning and feel safe at school.
- The quality of personal development is outstanding, with strong emotional support for students.
- Leaders have effectively prioritized curriculum development with clear planning.
- Teachers provide well-sequenced lessons and activities that help pupils retain knowledge.
- The school has a high uptake of extracurricular activities and community involvement.
Areas for Improvement
- Some new leaders lack the confidence and experience in monitoring teaching effectiveness.
- Inconsistencies in pedagogical approaches lead to unresolved issues affecting some pupils' achievement.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 29 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 12 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Fair Field Junior School
Watford Road, Radlett, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 8LU |
0.35 miles |
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Newberries Primary School
Newberries Avenue, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 7EL |
0.83 miles |
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Edge Grove School
High Cross, Watford, WD25 8NL |
0.91 miles |
|
Radlett Preparatory School Ltd
Kendal Hall, Watling Street, Radlett, Herts, WD7 7LY |
1.28 miles |
|
Hertsmere Jewish Primary School
Watling Street, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 7LQ |
1.28 miles |
|
Gurukula - The Hare Krishna Primary School
Hartspring Cottage, Elton Way, Watford, Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, WD25 8HB |
1.87 miles |
|
Shenley Primary School
London Road, Shenley, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 9DX |
2.08 miles |
|
Meryfield Primary School
Theobald Street, Theobald Street, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 4PA |
2.13 miles |
|
Clore Shalom School
Hugo Gryn Way, Shenley, Hertfordshire, WD7 9BL |
2.16 miles |
|
Parkside Community Primary School
Aycliffe Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 4EP |
2.17 miles |
|
Coates Way JMI and Nursery School
Coates Way, Garston, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9NW |
2.37 miles |
|
Highwood Primary School
Mead Way, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 2AW |
2.39 miles |
|
The Grove Academy
Fourth Avenue, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9RH |
2.52 miles |
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Park Street Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Branch Road, Park Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 2LX |
2.6 miles |
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Meadow Wood School
Coldharbour Lane, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 4NN |
2.6 miles |
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Woodlands Primary School
Alban Crescent, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 5JF |
2.62 miles |
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Cowley Hill School
Winstre Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 5DP |
2.63 miles |
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St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School
Horseshoe Lane, Garston, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 7HP |
2.67 miles |
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How Wood Primary and Nursery School
Spooners Drive, Park Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 2HU |
2.68 miles |
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Knutsford Primary Academy
Balmoral Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD24 7ER |
2.71 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Aldenham School
Elstree, Elstree, WD6 3AJ |
1.37 miles |
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Radlett Lodge School
Harper Lane, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 9HW |
1.45 miles |
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Haberdashers' Boys' School
|
1.9 miles |
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Haberdashers' Girls' School
Aldenham Road, Borehamwood, WD6 3BT |
1.9 miles |
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The Purcell School
|
2.33 miles |
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Queens' School
Aldenham Road, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 2TY |
2.48 miles |
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Bushey Meads School
Coldharbour Lane, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 4PA |
2.56 miles |
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Saint Michael's Catholic High School
High Elms Lane, Garston, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0SS |
2.77 miles |
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Hertswood Academy
Cowley Hill, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 5LG |
2.85 miles |
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Garston Manor School
Horseshoe Lane, Garston, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 7HR |
2.88 miles |
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Immanuel College
87-91 Elstree Road, Bushey, WD23 4EB |
2.92 miles |
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Future Academies Watford
Horseshoe Lane, Garston, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 7HW |
2.97 miles |
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Stanborough Secondary School
Stanborough Park, Watford, WD25 9JT |
2.98 miles |
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Parmiter's School
High Elms Lane, Garston, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0UU |
3.01 miles |
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Falconer School
Falconer Road, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 3AT |
3.06 miles |
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The Grange Academy
London Road, Bushey, WD23 3AA |
3.13 miles |
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Elstree Screen Arts Academy
Studio Way, Elstree, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 5NN |
3.21 miles |
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Yavneh College
Hillside Avenue, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 1HL |
3.21 miles |
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St Margaret's School
Merry Hill Road, Bushey, WD23 1DT |
3.43 miles |
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Watling View School
Watling View, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 2NU |
3.65 miles |