Cassiobury Junior School
Watford, WD17 3PD · Hertfordshire · primary school
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87th 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 2,034 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2/10 among them, against 7.8/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| 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.
Cassiobury Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% 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 April 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess Challengers, Creative Minds Art Club, Gym Jams, Samurai Kickboxing, Watford Zumba, and the Nichola Rees Youth Academy. Sports include Cassiobury Juniors Tennis, while arts and music features the school choir, band, orchestra, and Hemel Hempstead Band. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 359 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Cassiobury Junior School
Overview
Cassiobury Junior School is described as a "friendly and caring" environment where pupils feel safe and are supported by positive staff relationships. The inspection judges the school’s overall effectiveness as 'Good', with 'Outstanding' personal development, noting that pupils are "resilient and responsible" and achieve well in their studies.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious and well-developed," with logical sequencing that helps pupils "remember and build on what they have learned."
- Pupils demonstrate "inner confidence," showing "compassion and kindness" while celebrating differences and taking on responsibilities enthusiastically.
- Reading is a strong area, with pupils achieving highly; the school uses methodical phonics programmes and provides "engaging spaces" for reading.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "well supported" by skilled staff, enabling them to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Leaders and governors work collaboratively, focusing on continuous improvement and involving staff in decision-making processes.
Areas to improve
- In a "small number of subjects," recent curriculum changes have not yet been fully implemented, meaning pupils’ learning is "less secure" and progress is slower than in other areas.
- The school needs to evaluate teaching effectiveness in these subjects and provide necessary "support and training" to ensure consistent delivery of intended content.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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