Heronsgate School

A good academy converter school in Milton Keynes. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Heronsgate School.

Milton Keynes, MK77BW Ofsted: Good Age 7-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

58

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
51.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 60.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
56.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 10.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
21 November 2023
Previous grade
Good
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
Lichfield Down
Walnut Tree
Milton Keynes, MK77BW
Phone
1908550811
Website
heronsgate.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139449
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Lichfield Down, Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes, MK7 7BW
Website
http://www.heronsgate.org.uk
Age range
7-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
INSPIRING FUTURES THROUGH LEARNING
Capacity
480 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
379
Free School Meals
29.6% (112 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.1% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
60.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
10.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 105.0
2023 104.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
76
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
379 pupils
7-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning, love and laughter are at the heart of everything we do."

Friendship Trust Honesty Happiness Positivity Respect Responsibility Equality Kindness Teamwork

RE visitor assemblies include regular visits from the Bridgebuilder Trust and celebrations of a wide range of religious festivals, including Diwali and Eid.

Head Teacher's Message

Head of School Thomas Rowlands warmly welcomes visitors to Heronsgate, emphasising safeguarding, wellbeing and respect as central to the school’s culture, and highlighting The Heronsgate Way values and community partnership within the Heronsgate/IFtL family.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Gardening Chess Art Calligraphy Various sports Latin

Sports

Netball Boys' Football Girls' Football Rounders Milton Keynes Swimming Gala Milton Keynes Athletics Cross-country Gymnastics Basketball

Facilities

Football pitches Athletics track Trim trails Shade sails Hard surface playground Covered reading gazebo Internal courtyard with chickens Chickens in the courtyard 15 bright and well-equipped classrooms Music Modern foreign languages Art Design and Technology Science School hall Library

Curriculum Highlights

The school follows the National Curriculum and uses the Cornerstones Curriculum for topics. Reading is placed at the heart of learning to build fluency and confidence in readers. Curriculum is designed to enable connections, with retrieval practice and ongoing assessment. Technology is embedded with iPads across the school. Enriching the Curriculum includes assemblies, clubs, and a wide range of extra-curricular activities; visits and residentials; and strong music provision. Active citizenship through Student Council and Youth Parliament, plus Mental Health Champions for safe playtimes. A broad programme of sports and physical education with multiple competitions and partnerships. Subject-specific detail is organised around core subjects with a progressive approach to knowledge and skills. Trips and visits (e.g., Year 5 Hampton Court; Year 4 Irthlingborough; Year 6 Staffordshire) and a Year 4–Year 6 residentials program.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Premier Education wraparound care provides Breakfast Club (7:30am – Start of School Day) and After School Club (3:15pm – 5:00pm) with a second option (3:15pm – 6:00pm). Booking is ad-hoc. Fees: Breakfast Club £5.70; After School Club 3:15-5:00 £11.10; After School Club 3:15-6:00 £13.55. Late collection policy: £15 for the first 1–15 minutes beyond scheduled collection time; £1 per minute thereafter. Contact [email protected]; 01908 299233.

Admissions Criteria

Our admissions process follows Milton Keynes Council guidelines and meets all national requirements. We offer both individual and group tours.

Financial Information

Wraparound care fees: Breakfast Club £5.70; After School Club 3:15-5:00 £11.10; After School Club 3:15-6:00 £13.55. Late collection fee: £15 for the first 1–15 minutes; £1 per minute thereafter.

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