Chorleywood Primary School
Rickmansworth, WD3 5HR · Hertfordshire · primary school
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9th 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 — 9.0/10 against 3,377 of them, against 9.2/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 33.0 · 99 | 25% | 2.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chorleywood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 33.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2025. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lunchtime Chess Club, Little Acorns, STEMgineer, and Artbusters. Sports options include Let's Go Tennis, Premier Football Club, and lunchtime basketball, while arts and music activities feature JK dance and Ballet.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 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 do the named clubs fit into the daily timetable? What does the transition to secondary school look like for pupils?
What Ofsted said about Chorleywood Primary School
Overview
Chorleywood Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, which judged it outstanding for overall effectiveness. The report describes a school where pupils respond impressively to high expectations, working hard to overcome barriers to learning with maturity and determination. Leaders are determined to ensure all pupils thrive, supported by a carefully sequenced curriculum and strong governance.
Strengths
- Pupils are empowered to have a voice, using rich vocabulary to discuss ideas and think deeply about concepts.
- The school motto of ‘happy and successful’ is lived out, with pupils feeling safe, enjoying school, and demonstrating excellent conduct.
- Staff make effective use of pupils’ independent learning abilities, routinely checking understanding and reshaping lessons to help pupils succeed.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the full school experience alongside peers, with effective procedures to identify and support their needs.
- Governors are highly invested, using outside perspectives and research to hold leaders to account and develop their understanding of educational standards.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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