Question 1

Is Jenyns First School and Nursery a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest Ofsted inspection (26 to 27 November 2024) judged Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision as Good. Safeguarding arrangements were reported as effective.

Question 2

What are the fees at Jenyns First School and Nursery?

Accepted Answer

It is a state funded school with no tuition fees. Families should still expect costs such as uniform, trips, and optional clubs or wraparound care.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception entry for September 2027?

Accepted Answer

Applications are coordinated by Hertfordshire County Council. For September 2027 entry, online applications open 2 November 2026, the on time deadline is 15 January 2027, and offer day is 16 April 2027.

Question 4

Does the school have Key Stage 2 SATs results?

Accepted Answer

The school is a first school with an age range of 3 to 9, so pupils typically leave after Year 4. Families should focus on early literacy and numeracy foundations and ask about transition to the next school stage.

Question 5

What are the school hours and is wraparound available?

Accepted Answer

The school day runs 8.45am start (registers at 8.50am) to 3.20pm finish. The school also advertises wraparound and a holiday playscheme with 8.00am to 6.00pm opening.

Question 6

What enrichment and clubs are available?

Accepted Answer

Examples listed include choir, dodgeball and multiskills, ball skills and hockey, football, plus after school options such as Djembe Drumming and a Maths Games Club. Forest School sessions take place in the school’s wooded area.

Question 7

Where do pupils go after Year 4?

Accepted Answer

The school is part of the Buntingford three tier system, so pupils typically transfer after Year 4 into the local middle school phase. Families should ask about transition arrangements and partner school links.

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