Pirton School is a community school serving families in Hitchin and the wider Hertfordshire area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Pirton School caters for mixed pupils from 4 to 11 years. With 135 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 150, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 17 October 2023, rated the school Good. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.