Micklem Primary School
Hemel Hempstead, HP1 2QH · Hertfordshire · primary school
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284th 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 — 1.6/10 against 1,916 of them, against 1.8/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Micklem Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. 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 (1.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 223 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 maths? What specific strategies are used to help students reach the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Micklem Primary School
Overview
Micklem Primary School continues to be a good school, with leaders taking decisive action to improve the quality of education. The report highlights a carefully planned curriculum that meets pupils’ needs, resulting in strong reading progress and high expectations for behaviour. While the school is improving rapidly, there are specific areas regarding staff subject knowledge and pupil attendance that require further attention.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and valued, understanding the school’s ‘rules for life’ of being kind, showing respect, and aiming high.
- The curriculum is clearly structured, breaking knowledge into accessible steps to help teachers identify and address gaps in understanding.
- Early years children learn letter sounds quickly, and effective support ensures pupils develop reading fluency and accuracy.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive accurate identification and effective, personalised support to access the curriculum.
- Leaders and governors are committed and well-informed, creating a positive culture where staff feel supported and proud.
Areas to improve
- The school must provide ongoing training and support so staff can teach all subjects effectively, particularly in areas where subject knowledge is still developing.
- The school should ensure its work with families results in improved attendance for pupils who are persistently absent, as missing school creates gaps in their learning.
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 | 31% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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