Moss Bury Primary School and Nursery
Stevenage, SG1 5PA · Hertfordshire · primary school
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153rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.7/10 against 2,685 of them, against 5.8/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| 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.
Moss Bury Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% 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%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 226 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 close to the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good rating from the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Moss Bury Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Moss Bury Primary School and Nursery continues to be a good school, offering a "nurturing and friendly" environment where pupils are happy and well-behaved. Leaders have established a well-considered curriculum that builds on prior learning, with a particular strength in the teaching of reading and support for pupils with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a "warm and wonderful environment" where they feel safe, using tools like 'worry monster jars' to share concerns.
- The curriculum is well-structured, allowing pupils to build new learning on previous knowledge, particularly in mathematics.
- Leaders place a high priority on reading, ensuring consistent phonics teaching and providing effective support for those who find reading challenging.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive effective support, with staff trained to meet their specific needs.
- Staff work together well, appreciating the support from leaders and governors in managing workload.
Areas to improve
- Some subject plans are in early stages, and a few staff lack the expertise to deliver curriculum intentions effectively, meaning some pupils do not build secure knowledge in these subjects.
- New subject leaders require further support and training to effectively monitor and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the subjects they lead.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where all staff understand their role in keeping pupils safe and leaders work tenaciously to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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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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