Chambersbury Primary School
Hemel Hempstead, HP3 8JH · Hertfordshire · primary school
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302nd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.6/10 against 3,042 of them, against 0.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 40% | 0.35 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chambersbury Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Pupil Parliament and House Groups, participate in Active 60, Daily Mile, and Run Together, and engage with Young Voices, iRock band sessions, school productions, singing assemblies, and live performance experiences. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 184 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific steps are taken to improve attainment in maths? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Chambersbury Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Chambersbury Primary School receive a “good quality of education” within a safe and supportive environment. Leaders have renewed the curriculum, resulting in clear learning plans and strong reading provision, though consistency in subject knowledge and assessment remains a focus for development.
Strengths
- Pupils are “kind and thoughtful,” with bullying being rare, and they feel safe because they can “confide in adults.”
- The school offers “wider opportunities” such as visits to historical sites, charity fundraising, and nature activities that improve mental well-being.
- Reading is prioritised effectively; staff ensure pupils receive books matching their phonic knowledge, allowing those at risk of falling behind to “catch up quickly.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities access the same curriculum as peers through “targeted and regular additional help” from well-trained staff.
- Governors work effectively with leaders to address issues quickly and fulfil their statutory duties.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure a small minority of staff are confident in adapting curriculum content in foundation subjects, as some currently lack the subject knowledge to help all pupils achieve their best.
- Assessment in foundation subjects needs strengthening so teachers can verify that pupils have securely retained key knowledge over time before moving on to new learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with appropriate checks in place, efficient reporting systems, and timely support for vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 41% |
| 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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