ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL in Hertfordshire, Harpenden

Education Centre Information: St Dominic Catholic Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Hertfordshire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Roman Catholic
Diocese: Archdiocese of Westminster
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 270
Number of boys: 135
Number of girls: 135
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
View inspection reports

Background:

St Dominic Roman Catholic Primary School has been providing Catholic education in Harpenden since arrival of Dominican Order in 1920; present school built from Domincan resources in 1964, when it became voluntary aided. Set in beautiful grounds including a section of old Harpenden woodland where a rare plant thrives. Over-subscribed, with 1.5 applications per place. After-school activities enrich curriculum; teachers generous with their time at lunch times and after-school to hear readers, talk over learning and give extra tuition in music and sports. The school values arts highly; each child has two opportunities each year to take part in a school production such as a play, musical or video. It has held two literary forums hosted by television and radio presenter Mark Lawson, adult audiences of teachers, librarians, advisors, sixth formers and parents have packed the school to hear writers such as Andrew Davies, Jan Mark, Pat Hutchins, Kevin Crossley-Holland and Sophie Hannah. The school aims to provide an environment in which children feel safe, secure and respected.