Brookland Junior School
Waltham Cross, EN8 0RX · Hertfordshire · primary school
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115th 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 — 5.9/10 against 2,601 of them, against 5.0/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 90 | 35% | 3.16 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 1.0 · 21 | 25% | 0.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brookland Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 1.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Christmas Singing Club, Rock Steady, and Makaton singing club, or take piano lessons.
Getting in
The published school roll is 331 pupils against a stated capacity of 330. 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
With the roll exceeding capacity by 1, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? How does the curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about Brookland Junior School
Overview
Brookland Junior School provides a high-quality education where pupils are “happy, polite, and enjoy coming to school.” Leaders have established a culture of “high expectations and professionalism,” ensuring that disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress. The school is part of the Brookland Federation and demonstrates effective governance and teaching practices.
Strengths
- Inclusion is rated at a “Strong standard,” with “clear systems” that identify barriers to learning early and provide “effective, carefully targeted support” for SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
- Leadership and governance are rated at a “Strong standard,” featuring a “culture of high expectations” and precise analysis of performance data to drive improvement.
- Personal development and wellbeing are rated at a “Strong standard,” with a “well designed programme” that includes effective PSHE education and close work with external agencies.
- Pupils achieve well in reading and mathematics, with attainment in key stage 2 national tests standing “above the national average.”
- Behaviour is positive, with an “ethos of respect” evident throughout; bullying is “rare,” and staff address incidents “quickly and effectively.”
Areas to improve
- Staff should identify and address errors in spelling and handwriting across all curriculum subjects to strengthen foundational knowledge.
- Leaders should continue supporting disadvantaged pupils to improve attendance, as it remains lower than expected for a small number.
- Leaders should ensure pupils have more opportunities to practise and apply writing knowledge across the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an “open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility” and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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