Furneux Pelham Church of England School — Primary School in Furneux Pelham

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Furneux Pelham Church of England School

Furneux Pelham, SG9 0LH

83 Pupils

140 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

13.30% FSM %

49 Boys

34 Girls

About Furneux Pelham Church of England School

Furneux Pelham Church of England School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 3–11 based in Hertfordshire, East of England. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 83 pupils on roll. School capacity: 140. Current headteacher: Sarah Cook.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Hertfordshire or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Hertfordshire
Region	East of England
Administrative District	East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary Constituency	North East Hertfordshire
Ward	Little Hadham & The Pelhams
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10070381
URN	117394
Data Last Updated	28-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Gary Smith	Chair of Governors	16/09/2025	15/09/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Miranda Trenchard	Chair of Governors	22/02/2010	15/09/2025	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Vicky Bartlett	Governor	21/09/2022	21/09/2026	Elected by parents
Mr David Bromage	Governor	01/09/2016	11/07/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Nicola Dodds	Governor	06/05/2025	20/10/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Revd Lynn Hayler	Governor	09/02/2026	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Nick Radmore	Governor	22/05/2023	22/05/2027	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mr Gary Smith	Governor	11/02/2019	16/09/2025	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mrs Louise Tainton	Governor	15/10/2023	15/10/2027	Elected by parents
Mr Kristian Taylor	Governor	01/09/2013	31/08/2027	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Mr Nathan Tolhurst	Governor	31/10/2023	30/10/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Miranda Trenchard	Governor	16/09/2025	21/02/2026	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB

Schools Nearby

Albury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

3.17 km • Albury

Other

Hormead Church of England (VA) First School

3.97 km • Buntingford

Other

Jenyns First School and Nursery

4.55 km • Ware

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Furneux Pelham Church of England School?

Furneux Pelham Church of England School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Furneux Pelham, Hertfordshire.

How many pupils does Furneux Pelham Church of England School have?

Furneux Pelham Church of England School has 83 pupils, with a capacity of 140.

What is the age range at Furneux Pelham Church of England School?

Furneux Pelham Church of England School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is Furneux Pelham Church of England School a faith school?

Yes, Furneux Pelham Church of England School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Furneux Pelham Church of England School?

The Headteacher at Furneux Pelham Church of England School is Mrs Sarah Cook.

Where is Furneux Pelham Church of England School located?

Furneux Pelham Church of England School is at Furneux Pelham, SG9 0LH, in the Hertfordshire local authority, East of England.

Does Furneux Pelham Church of England School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Furneux Pelham Church of England School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Furneux Pelham Church of England School currently open?

Furneux Pelham Church of England School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Sarah Cook

Furneux Pelham, SG9 0LH

01279777344

www.furneuxp.herts.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 117394

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026