Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Bishop's Stortford, CM22 7RE · Essex · primary school
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182nd of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 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 1,446 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1/10 among them, against 5.6/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 5.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1 out of 10 among them, against 5.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 119 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available for children interested in arts or sports? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the recent inspection?
What Ofsted said about Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school offers a “warm and nurturing environment” where pupils feel happy, safe, and supported by committed staff. Leaders have successfully reviewed and improved the curriculum to ensure it is ambitious and well-designed.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a “strong sense of community” and receive effective support, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- The curriculum is “broad” and “well-designed,” with knowledge building carefully on prior learning to help pupils remember and develop detailed understanding.
- Reading is a high priority; staff teach phonics well, and pupils decode with confidence, developing fluency and strong writing skills.
- Pupils engage in leadership roles that build confidence and prepare them to be “active and responsible citizens.”
- Governors provide regular support and challenge, closely monitoring staff well-being and workload.
Areas to improve
- Staff do not consistently check pupils’ understanding, meaning misconceptions are not always addressed and gaps in knowledge can occur.
- Behaviour expectations are not fully embedded, leading to occasional low-level disruption and delays in starting tasks.
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 32% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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