Maple Grove Primary School
Community primary school in Hemel Hempstead (Hertfordshire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
At Maple Grove Primary School, we feel honoured to play a part in shaping the future by supporting and inspiring our children to discover and reach their full potential. Our one-form entry setting offers a close-knit, nurturing environment where every child is known, valued, and supported.
We celebrate diversity, promote mutual respect, and foster a love of learning through rich, hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and inspire ambition. Our dedicated team is committed to helping every child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe in strong partnerships with parents, working together to ensure every child reaches their full potential.
We warmly welcome you to our community and invite you to discover what makes Maple Grove a special place to learn and grow.
Value each child as an individual within our diverse and inclusive community Support every pupil in reaching their full potential Create a safe, happy, and inspiring environment with children at the heart of all we do Encourage pride in our school and in ourselves Nurture responsible, respectful citizens prepared for life beyond the classroom
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
8 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Computing
- Gymnastics
- Swimming
- Times Tables Rock Stars
- Cognitive Load Theory
- Metacognition
- Retrieval Practice
- Trauma Informed Schools
Awards
1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Duke of EdinburghPersonal development
Key facts
- URN
- 135221
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Constituency
- Hemel Hempstead
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2008
Governing body (8 current, 1 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Gerald Byrne | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Donna Williams | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Rebecca Emery | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Jacqueline Moore | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Jennifer Devine | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mr James Skelding | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mr Damon Merridan | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Dana Birch | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Allyson Woodhouse Former | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · term ended 2025 |
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