Christ Church Chorleywood CofE School
Rickmansworth, WD3 5SG · Hertfordshire · primary school
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16th 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 1,407 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.3/10 among them, against 9.0/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.52 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.35 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.38 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christ Church Chorleywood CofE 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%. 23.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.3 out of 10 among them, against 9.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 do not reach the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in the final year of primary education? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Christ Church Chorleywood CofE School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are "very proud" to attend and benefit from an "exceptional quality of education." Leaders have embedded an "ambitious curriculum" that is "highly challenging for all pupils," resulting in consistently high-quality work and excellent academic and social outcomes.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "highly challenging" and ensures pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "well supported to access" it.
- Reading is prioritised effectively, with children becoming "highly confident and fluent readers" who "love to read."
- Behaviour is "extremely positive," with pupils demonstrating empathy, respect, and a strong understanding of diversity and different faiths.
- Personal development is promoted extensively through enrichment opportunities, such as forest school and a "junior citizenship challenge."
- Early years provision is "outstanding," with children being "exceptionally well prepared to enter Year 1."
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff being "well trained in identifying and reporting potential safeguarding concerns" and pupils feeling safe and well informed about risks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 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
—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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