Maple Grove Primary School
Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7BG · Hertfordshire · primary school
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335th 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 — 0.5/10 against 2,152 of them, against 0.7/10 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 | 36.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.22 |
| Ofsted | 5 | 35% | 0.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Maple Grove Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 36.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools). The May 2026 inspection used the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 below the expected standard in literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment towards the higher standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support learning?
What Ofsted said about Maple Grove Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils generally behave well and feel safe, with strong early years provision and positive personal development. However, overall achievement and attendance remain below national averages, and teaching quality is inconsistent across the school. Leaders are taking steps to improve outcomes, but these changes have not yet secured consistent results for all pupils.
Strengths
- Early years leaders prioritise a positive start, using play and interaction to build speaking, listening, and number skills effectively.
- Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour, kindness, and respect, with bullying being rare and incidents handled quickly.
- The personal development programme helps pupils understand relationships, British values, and online safety, fostering confidence and independence.
- Staff in the early years identify learning gaps early and provide targeted support, helping children keep pace with phonics and literacy.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must use the graduated approach more consistently to ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive targeted, evidence-informed support that is reviewed for impact.
- Curriculum implementation needs to be embedded consistently across all subjects and year groups so pupils secure key knowledge more quickly.
- Leaders and governors should strengthen relationships with parents and carers to build confidence in the school.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified, acted upon, and managed, ensuring pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 31% |
| 2023/24 | 17% |
| 2024/25 | 36% |
| 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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