Jenyns First School and Nursery

A not judged community school school in Hertfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Jenyns First School and Nursery.

Ware, SG112QJ Ofsted: Not Judged Age 3-9 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Not Judged

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
26 November 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Uplands
Braughing
Ware, SG112QJ

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
117087
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Uplands, Braughing, Ware, SG11 2QJ
Age range
3-9
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
85 pupils
Setting
Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
71
Free School Meals
10.0% (7 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.8% (2 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.9%
Good
Persistent Absence
12.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
12.0 (5.5 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
5 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
10
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
71 pupils
3-9

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Our Children, Our Future"

Ambition Positivity Respect

British Values and SMSC are promoted. The school emphasises spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, including the moral values of respect, kindness and honesty. Pupils are encouraged to be reflective about beliefs, learn about themselves and others, and engage with diverse cultures and faiths. The school aims to celebrate cultural diversity and to teach the difference between law and religious belief, supporting the rule of English civil and criminal law.

Head Teacher's Message

Jenyns is a small school with a big heart in Braughing. We provide quality first teaching in mixed-age classes, with nursery provision for three-year-olds and strong transitions within the local three-tier Buntingford system. The school motto is 'Our Children, Our Future', and we aim to inspire and set no limits to pupils' achievements while emphasising well-being and growth mindset.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Djembe Drumming Gymnastics Football Club (Royston Town FC) Multi-sports Rock Steady Maths Games Club Karate Club Wasps Dodgeball Ball skills Hockey Choir

Sports

Football Hockey Dodgeball Ball skills Multi-sports

Facilities

Modern school building Spacious classrooms Large playground Pond and wildlife area Climbing equipment Forest Sensory garden Vegetable patch (coming soon)

Curriculum Highlights

Knowledge-rich curriculum across all subjects, coherent and progressive Curriculum designed to allow meaningful links and preparation for future learning Reading and vocabulary focus with high-quality core texts Learning characters integrated into the curriculum Programme extends beyond the National Curriculum Supports spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development Inclusive provision with differentiated learning styles Focus on vocabulary and disciplinary knowledge to support independent learning Wellbeing and personal development through PSHE and related activities Wellbeing Week and broad, balanced curriculum

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Jenyns offers wraparound care with term-time opening hours from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Nursery information shows session times (8:45 a.m.–11:45 a.m.; Stay for lunch 8:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; Stay all day 8:45 a.m.–3:20 p.m.) and notes that extended hours may be supported by the Government's '30 hours free childcare' scheme or charged at £6.50 per hour or £20 per afternoon. A lunch is provided for 30-hour attendees at a cost of £2.65 per day, with a packed lunch option available. Snacks (fruit) and milk or water are provided. Availability for 30 hours is linked to government eligibility under the 30 hours scheme.

Admissions Criteria

Nursery Admissions Oversubscription Criteria

Financial Information

Nursery details: 15 hours free entitlement per week (five mornings). Session times are 8:45am–11:45am; Stay for lunch 8:45am–1:00pm (or stay all day 8:45am–3:20pm). Extended hours may be funded by government '30 hours free childcare' or charged at £6.50 per hour or £20 per afternoon. For those attending 30 hours, a hot lunch is provided by Herts Catering Limited for £2.65 per day; packed lunches are also allowed. A mid-morning and mid-afternoon fruit snack is provided, with milk or water as required.

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