Greenway Primary and Nursery School
Berkhamsted, HP4 3NH · Hertfordshire · primary school
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88th 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 848 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Greenway Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the Choir and Recorder clubs, play Football, Netball and Tennis, and visit Whipsnade Zoo, the Science Museum and Holdenby House. Residential visits are also organised, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 229 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 fall below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical residential visit involve for younger children? How are places allocated if demand exceeds the 11 spare spots?
What Ofsted said about Greenway Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Greenway Primary and Nursery School continues to be a "good school," described as a "happy, nurturing" environment where pupils are "polite and respectful." Leaders prioritise pupils’ "social and emotional needs," ensuring all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are "fully included in school life."
Strengths
- Pupils are "enthusiastic and fluent readers" who benefit from skilled phonics teaching and a "wide range of high-quality texts."
- The curriculum in subjects like art has been improved to help pupils develop "self-confidence" and produce work of which they are "rightly proud."
- Teachers "anticipate pupils’ misconceptions," helping learners build on prior knowledge and attempt tasks "willingly and confidently."
- Leaders have "strong relationships" with external agencies to support vulnerable pupils and families effectively.
- Staff and governors have an "accurate view" of the school and the actions needed for further improvement.
Areas to improve
- In some curriculum subjects, plans are "less detailed," meaning teachers are "less consistent" in ensuring pupils build securely on prior learning.
- Leaders should develop the curriculum in these subjects to the same high standard as others so that teaching "links pupils’ prior learning more precisely to the new learning."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff knowing how to identify risks and report concerns promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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