Mandeville Primary School
Sawbridgeworth, CM21 0BL · Hertfordshire · primary school
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127th 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 — 6.7/10 against 4,247 of them, against 6.8/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mandeville Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 318 pupils against a stated capacity of 326. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about Mandeville Primary School
Overview
Mandeville Primary School is judged ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, marking a change from its previous ‘Outstanding’ rating under an older framework. The report describes a school where pupils are “confident, respectful and resilient” within a “warm and supportive environment.” Leaders have successfully prioritised reading and attendance, resulting in a positive culture where students are “enthusiastic readers” and generally behave well.
Strengths
- Leaders prioritise reading with a new phonics programme, ensuring most pupils become “fluent readers and confident spellers” by Year 2.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “learn well alongside other pupils” due to clear support and effective checks by leaders.
- The personal development programme is “impressive,” offering an “extensive range of extra-curricular clubs” that nurture talents, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
- Governors provide “effective challenge to leaders” and share the ambition to deliver a high-quality curriculum.
- A systematic approach to attendance has resulted in “swift improvements,” ensuring pupils attend school regularly.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must define specific learning sequences for a few subjects in the early years to help teachers link content effectively to later key stages.
- Teachers need to present knowledge more precisely and check understanding accurately, as some pupils currently lack a “secure grasp of their learning.”
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with robust training, rapid reporting of concerns, and suitable vetting checks for adults working in the school.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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