Manuden Primary School
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 1DE · Essex · primary school
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98th 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 848 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0/10 among them, against 7.3/10 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% | 3.51 |
| 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.
Manuden Primary 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%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0 out of 10 among them, against 7.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 106 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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
Since the similar-intake comparison shows a lower score than the national average, what specific strategies are in place to support pupil progress? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a full roll?
What Ofsted said about Manuden Primary School
Overview
Manuden Primary School is described as a place where pupils are “happy and safe” within a supportive “family feel”. The inspection highlights an “ambitious” curriculum and “exceptional” personal development, noting that leaders successfully steadied the school during recent leadership changes.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “incredibly respectful” behaviour, with bullying being “very rare” and staff dealing quickly with any issues.
- The curriculum is “well considered” and logically ordered, helping pupils build understanding and make “strong progress” in subjects like mathematics.
- Personal development is supported by “interesting and engaging trips”, guest speakers, and a “very well-considered” PSHE curriculum.
- The reading curriculum starts early, with “well-trained adults” helping children learn letters and sounds, resulting in “confident readers”.
- Staff are “well looked after” and work closely together, with every parent surveyed recommending the school to others.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers use assessment procedures effectively to accurately identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
- Leaders should support teachers to make consistent and effective adaptations to lessons for all pupils, including those with SEND.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with staff well trained to spot concerns and records showing appropriate use of external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 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
—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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