Kimpton Primary School
Hitchin, SG4 8RB · Hertfordshire · primary school
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279th 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 — 4.1/10 against 3,027 of them, against 4.0/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kimpton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. A higher 12.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.0 out of 10 against all schools). The January 2026 inspection used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access music lessons and Rock Steady Music, alongside instruction in flute, saxophone, recorder, clarinet, guitar, and cello. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 133 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 maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How are the separate inspection grades from January 2026 being addressed in daily teaching?
What Ofsted said about Kimpton Primary School
Overview
Kimpton Primary School is described as a "small, happy and friendly school" where pupils "enjoy coming to school" and "feel safe." The report highlights "strong" standards in attendance, behaviour, and early years provision, while noting that achievement, curriculum, and leadership meet the "expected standard." Leaders are praised for their "clear and precise understanding" of the school’s context and their commitment to removing barriers to learning.
Strengths
- Attendance is "high" due to leaders’ "determined approach" and close work with families to address barriers.
- Pupils behave "respectfully" and "politely," creating a "calm, purposeful environment" supported by "positive relationships" with staff.
- Early years staff "organise the Nursery and Reception provision thoughtfully," using professional knowledge to deepen learning and encourage independence.
- The personal development programme is "coherent and well sequenced," helping pupils develop "character, confidence and cultural understanding."
- Staff provide "timely and targeted support" for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring they "make secure progress."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "embed their approaches to checking the impact of their work to improve the curriculum."
- Leaders should "further support staff to develop their use of assessment to check pupils' understanding and inform their teaching."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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