Kingsway Junior School
Watford, WD25 0JH · Hertfordshire · primary school
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58th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.4/10 against 2,600 of them, against 8.6/10 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% | 3.54 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.79 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.11 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kingsway Junior 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%. For the higher standard, the figure was 15.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 235 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 are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific trips are planned for the next academic year? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils leaving the school?
What Ofsted said about Kingsway Junior School
Overview
Pupils at Kingsway Junior School are described as proud members of an inclusive community who ‘show respect and kindness to others’. The school provides a happy and safe environment where pupils learn effectively, supported by a well-designed curriculum and strong leadership.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘engaging’ with ‘precise steps’ for learning, allowing teachers to provide clear instruction and adapt lessons based on assessment.
- All pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ‘achieve well’ due to targeted support and staff expertise.
- Reading is prioritised through daily opportunities and a new phonics programme, helping pupils build ‘accuracy and fluency’.
- Pupils demonstrate ‘high levels of empathy’ and mature attitudes, contributing to a respectful environment where bullying is not tolerated.
- Safeguarding arrangements are ‘effective’, with staff trained to identify risks and respond swiftly to keep pupils safe.
Areas to improve
- Targeted support for a small number of pupils with SEND does not always accurately reflect their identified needs, causing them to miss opportunities to practise key skills.
- There is minor variation in reading support as some staff are still developing the expertise needed to make best use of the phonics programme.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, noting that staff are well-trained, follow clear routines to report concerns, and ensure pupils receive timely support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 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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