Ascot Road Primary School
Watford, WD18 8AD · Hertfordshire · primary school
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72nd of 337 primary schools in Hertfordshire we can score, 398 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.0/10 against 2,924 of them, against 8.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ascot Road Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The school also saw 17.0% reach the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a KS1 After School Art club and Artist Workshop, play football, basketball, cheerleading, rounders, or dodgeball, and visit Tate Modern. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 391 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Artist Workshop?
What Ofsted said about Ascot Road Primary School
Overview
Ascot Road Primary School is rated as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. The report highlights that the school has successfully reversed previous declines in standards, with pupils described as “enthusiastic and happy learners” who behave well and show rising educational attainment, particularly in foundational skills.
Strengths
- Pupils are “considerate towards others” and demonstrate strong community spirit, with older students caring for younger peers.
- Early reading and writing have improved significantly, with staff demonstrating expertise in phonics and providing effective one-to-one tutoring for vulnerable pupils.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “well supported” through personalised learning plans and effective collaboration with external advisers.
- Behaviour is positive, with pupils understanding that “listening carefully to adults” is crucial for their learning and achievement.
- The trust has implemented strategic actions that have brought “widespread change for the better,” robustly holding leadership to account.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must choose more appropriate tasks to ensure pupils “securely learn what they need” and achieve highly across the curriculum.
- Staff need to consistently identify and address “knowledge gaps” to prevent pupils from progressing with unaddressed misunderstandings.
- The trust should further train staff to “consistently set ambitious tasks” and adapt them effectively for all pupils.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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