Camp Primary and Nursery School
St Albans, AL1 5PG · Hertfordshire · primary school
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119th 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 the 4,240 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.3/10 among them, against 6.9/10 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 | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Camp Primary and Nursery 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%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.3 out of 10 among them, against 6.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Daily Mile, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 228 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 a similar-intake score of 6.3 out of 10, what specific strategies are used to support pupils in reaching higher standards? How does the Daily Mile fit into the daily timetable for younger children?
What Ofsted said about Camp Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Camp Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as "safe and happy" and "proud of their school." The inspection confirms that leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum" which prepares children well for their learning, supported by teachers who know their subjects well and foster a nurturing culture.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "warm" relationships with adults and a culture where bullying is rare, with peer mediators helping to resolve friendship problems.
- The curriculum is well-structured, starting with practical resources in the early years, such as using games for mathematics and creating art inspired by different artists.
- Teachers use "skilful" questioning and immediate verbal feedback to check understanding, ensuring pupils learn the necessary vocabulary for each subject.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs identified early and access the same curriculum as their peers successfully.
- The school promotes a "love of reading," with well-taught phonics and a rich, varied reading diet that encourages fluency and enthusiasm.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not routinely ensure pupils use written feedback to address misconceptions, which may slow some pupils’ progress.
- Leaders need to ensure staff are fully trained in the new assessment policy and that it is implemented consistently across the school.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with thorough vetting systems, prompt reporting of concerns, and decisive action to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 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
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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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