Schools & Nurseries

Local Schools

Where our children spend most of their week and how they are being educated is a decision which should take some serious consideration. We have put together this list of suggestions to make your life a little bit easier. Many local schools and nurseries offer free tours so please go and visit your choice options before making that final important decision.

St Albans High School For Girls All ethos ensures that in and outside the classroom our pupils are encouraged to and rewarded for giving of their best, whatever their passions and aspirations. Happy, well-supported young people who are inspired and encouraged to develop their own independent opinions and explore their own interests do very well in exams. But more importantly, they are equipped to go forth and lead successful, fulfilling lives. We often speak of the importance of living ‘lives of consequence’ – we prepare the young people in our care to make a meaningful impact on the world – and they do just that. When you join STAHS, as a pupil and as a family, you join a warm and giving community for life. Our alumni and friends are very much a part of day-to-day events at the School, and the advice, mentoring and guidance they provide our current staff and pupils are invaluable. Townsend Ave, St Albans AL1 3SJ. 01727 853800 www.stahs.org.uk/

St Albans School A School that is proud of its long and distinguished history, yet one whose prime focus is the needs of its students for the world of the future; a School whose pupils achieve outstanding examination results in the most demanding academic subjects and gain entry to the leading universities, yet one that believes that a good education comprises so much more than examination grades – these are two of the hallmarks of St Albans School. Abbey Mill Ln, St Albans AL3 4HB. 01727 855521 www.st-albans.herts.sch.uk/ St Columba’s College At St Columba’s College in St Albans, Hertfordshire, we provide an education of the ‘Head and Heart’ throughout the Prep School, Senior School and Sixth Form. For a Columban, being the best that they can be means not only achieving academically but also becoming a confident, resilient and compassionate young person who is prepared to make their way in the world. We teach our students from 4 – 18 to understand and embrace our values of Courage, Courtesy and Compassion, which are the cornerstone of a Columban education King Harry Ln, St Albans AL3 4AW. 01727 855185 www.stcolumbascollege.org/

Maple Primary School Maple is a county, co-educational, day school for children between the ages of four and eleven years. It opened in 1969 on the present site in Hall Place Gardens. The school takes its name from Sir John Blundell Maple, MP, who was a freeman of the city in 1894. The school building contains seven mainstream classrooms and a smaller classroom for teaching hearing impaired children. There is a large hall equipped for P.E. which is also used for assemblies, drama and music; and a separate dining room next to the kitchen where meals are cooked on site every day. The school has a central fiction and non-fiction library and a small room for instrumental lessons. Outside, Maple is extremely fortunate to have a large playing field, two playgrounds, a conservation area, and an outdoor learning / play area for the Reception Class. Hall Pl Gardens, St Albans AL1 3SW. 01727 859053 www.maple.herts.sch.uk/

The Abbey C E V A Primary School The Abbey School is a one form entry primary school which caters for children from rising 5 to 11. There are 210 pupils on roll and we operate a single intake into Reception each September. The class teachers are responsible for the education and welfare of the children in their class. Each class is supported by a Teaching Assistant with a full-time Early Years Practitioner in Reception. This is indeed a school where Every Child Matters and this fact is reflected in the school’s commitment to inclusive education. My staff and I value each and every one of our pupils as individuals and our aim is to ensure that coming to school is a positive experience for all of them; we understand that children learn best when they are happy and feel secure. Old Bridle Lodge, 1 Grove Rd, St Albans AL1 1DQ. 01727 851802 www.abbey.herts.sch.uk/ St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School & Nursery St Alban & St Stephen Primary is a Catholic school in which each individual grows in the knowledge and love of Christ. In partnership with parents, the parish and the whole community, our purpose is to provide a high standard of education, giving the maximum opportunity to realise each person’s potential. Our Catholic faith is experienced and reflected in the way in which all members of our community treat each other. We place great importance on relationships and positive behaviour, encouraging respect, co-operation and consideration. Cecil Rd, St Albans AL1 5EG. 01727 866668 www.ssas.herts.sch.uk/

Fountain Montessori Pre -School St Albans Montessori classrooms and materials encourage curiosity and discovery. Your child will progress at the pace that is unique and perfect for them. In a patient, kind and nurturing environment, children learn to take responsibility for their growth, both academic and emotional. Through everyday activities, children learn coordination and dexterity, how to take care of themselves and their environment, and how to interact with others. As they dress, clean, ask for help, and participate in the classroom, they develop self-esteem and independence. 77 Holywell Hill, St Albans AL1 1HF. 020 3904 7493 www.fountainmontessori.com/

Oaklands College We have over 300 courses across all levels to ensure you leave college career ready. From full time courses and apprenticeships for school leavers to HND’s and foundation degrees for adult learners and everything in-between; you are bound to find the course for you. Together with our industry standard, state-of-the-art facilities and highly experienced staff, we will help you find your future. Oaklands College Hatfield Road Oaklands, St Albans AL4 0JA. 01727 737000 www.oaklands.ac.uk/