What is the best primary school in Hitchin?

On our composite score, Highover Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Hitchin, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Hitchin?

There are 27 primary schools in Hitchin with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Hitchin ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Hitchin?

Applications for Reception places in Hitchin starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Hitchin

Compare 27 top-rated primary schools in Hitchin, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Highover Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Highover Primary School vs Samuel Lucas Primary School

The best primary schools in Hitchin

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Highover Primary School

Samuel Lucas Primary School

Whitehill Junior School

St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin

Codicote Church of England Primary School

St Ippolyts Church of England Aided Primary School

Ickleford Primary School

Our Lady Catholic Primary School

Offley Endowed Primary School and Nursery

Weston Primary & Nursery School

Pirton School

William Ransom Primary School

Wymondley Junior Mixed and Infant School

St Paul's Walden Primary School

Purwell Primary School

Breachwood Green Junior Mixed and Infant School

Kimpton Primary School

Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy

Oughton Primary and Nursery School

Preston Primary School

Mary Exton Primary School

Graveley Primary School

Roecroft Lower School

Strathmore Infant and Nursery School

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