Maple Primary School
St Albans, AL1 3SW · Hertfordshire · primary school
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11th 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 — 9.4/10 against 3,124 of them, against 9.5/10 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 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.95 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.20 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Maple Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 18.0%, against a national median of 7%. 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 (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Construction, Chess, Coding, Book, Mosaic, and French Clubs. Sports include Football, Netball, Tennis, Karate, Fencing, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, and Cross Country. Arts and music options are Art Club, Musical Theatre, Street Dance, and the Maple Choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 214 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
With the roll exceeding capacity by 4, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? Since the inspection is recent, what specific areas did the new report-card framework highlight for development? How do the 6 named
What Ofsted said about Maple Primary School
Overview
Maple Primary School is described as a place where pupils achieve very well and feel safe within a "supportive community." The report highlights a "well-planned curriculum" and strong leadership that actively pursues improvement, resulting in high attendance and excellent pupil outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils "achieve very well across the school," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and are "well prepared for the next stage of their education."
- Attendance is high, with leaders acting quickly to "remove barriers" and providing personalised support that has led to "clear improvements."
- The early years provision delivers "high-quality interactions" and uses a "well-established phonics scheme" to ensure children develop "secure early reading foundations."
- Staff maintain "consistently high expectations" for every pupil, using inclusive practices like visual communication to ensure all learners can access resources and thrive.
- Leaders and governors work collaboratively with an "open-door culture," ensuring staff feel supported and that professional development is "relevant, purposeful and beneficial."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should support staff in "embedding effective assessment practice" so that pupils’ understanding is checked precisely and teaching is well informed.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| 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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