Saint Nicholas School
Essex, Essex, East of England · CM17 0NJ
A small independent school in Essex educating around 489 pupils from the ages of 3 to 16, Saint Nicholas earned an "excellent" judgement from the Independent Schools Inspectorate, the inspectorate's highest grade. That rating extended to pupils' personal development, and the school met all compliance requirements. With no religious affiliation and a mixed intake, it offers a non-selective-feeling, co-educational environment under the leadership of headteacher Mr Terence Ayres. The compact roll suits families who value a close-knit setting where children are known as individuals.
489
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-16
- Pupils
- 489
- Location
- Essex, Essex, East of England
- Website
- www.saintnicholasschool.net
- Telephone
- 01279 429910
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Terence Ayres
Latest results
Attainment 8
46
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Pupils sit GCSEs, and the school's average Attainment 8 score of 46 sits just below the national average of 46.9. The ISI's "excellent" rating points to strong educational outcomes overall. The recorded figure of 0% achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths sits well below the national average of 47%, which parents may wish to explore directly with the school given how out of step it is with the wider inspection findings.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 29 April 2025
The last word
A small, all-through independent in Essex with a top-tier ISI rating and a clear focus on pupils as individuals.
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Saint Nicholas School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Saint Nicholas School located?
Saint Nicholas School is located at Hobbs Cross Road, Harlow, Essex, CM17 0NJ.
What type of school is Saint Nicholas School?
Saint Nicholas School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Saint Nicholas School?
Saint Nicholas School has approximately 489 pupils on roll.
What is Saint Nicholas School's inspection rating?
Saint Nicholas School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 29 April 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.