Little Heath Primary School
Potters Bar, EN6 1JW · Hertfordshire · primary school
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191st 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 — 4.7/10 against 3,598 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Little Heath Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 225 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 close to the expected standard in literacy? What specific activities are available for pupils to join after the main lesson?
What Ofsted said about Little Heath Primary School
Overview
Little Heath Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a calm and purposeful environment where pupils are happy and inquisitive. Leaders have established a well-planned, ambitious curriculum that ensures pupils retain key knowledge and develop strong literacy skills. The school fosters positive behaviour and high attendance, with pupils taking pride in their achievements and actively contributing to school life.
Strengths
- The curriculum is organised so pupils learn knowledge in a sensible order, with staff providing clear guidance and timely support to prevent pupils from falling behind.
- Most pupils read fluently and enjoy reading, benefiting from precise phonics teaching and a well-stocked library.
- Pupils demonstrate sophisticated language use, articulate their ideas enthusiastically, and support each other well during group tasks.
- The school quickly identifies the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with particularly noteworthy support for social, emotional and mental health needs.
- Pupils thrive in a wide array of clubs and sporting activities, while residential experiences foster independence and resilience.
Areas to improve
- The school must provide clearer guidance and training for staff on supporting pupils with cognition and learning needs, as current instructions are occasionally vague, leading to some pupils not learning as well as they could.
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 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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