Oak View Primary and Nursery School
Hatfield, AL10 8NW · Hertfordshire · primary school
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172nd 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 — 6.1/10 against 2,770 of them, against 5.4/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oak View Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 4.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 395 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. 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 trips or clubs are available for Year 6 pupils?
What Ofsted said about Oak View Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Oak View Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as "happy and safe" and "proud of their school." The inspection confirms that leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, fostering a respectful culture where bullying is rare and pupils trust adults to resolve issues.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in "inclusive classrooms" and extensive grounds, including a forest school area, with "highly practical" lessons that often involve experiences outside the classroom.
- The curriculum is well-designed for the school’s diverse community, with clear learning steps and a strong focus on early reading and phonics in the early years and key stage 1.
- Teachers use assessment effectively to check understanding and adjust teaching, ensuring pupils learn the specific language needed for each subject.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) generally access the same curriculum as their peers, supported by effective identification systems and external professional liaison.
- Leaders prioritise staff well-being and professional development, resulting in staff who "feel valued" and are supported by governors.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should prioritise staff training and the implementation of a consistent approach to supporting emerging readers throughout the school, as the chosen phonics programme has not yet been fully rolled out to key stage 2.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust systems for keeping pupils safe, appropriate training for staff and governors, and prompt reporting of concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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