Oakmere Primary School
Potters Bar, EN6 5NP · Hertfordshire · primary school
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280th 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 — 3.4/10 against 2,017 of them, against 3.1/10 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 | 62% | 1.36 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 38% | 1.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oakmere 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 6.0% of pupils, 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 (3.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.1 out of 10 against all schools).
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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific interventions are in place for the 6.0% who reach the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Oakmere Primary School
Overview
Oakmere Primary School is described as a welcoming environment where pupils are proud to attend and staff maintain positive, respectful relationships. The report highlights that the school has made "considerable improvements" since its previous inspection, with leaders developing an "ambitious curriculum" that helps most pupils achieve well. Pupils demonstrate strong learning behaviours and benefit from effective support, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Staff have "strong subject knowledge" and use assessment effectively to identify misconceptions and guide pupil progress.
- The school has a "well-established approach to teaching reading," ensuring children make a strong start and receive targeted support if they fall behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "highly effective support" and are fully included in all aspects of school life.
- Leaders and governors have a "clear vision," with governors using expert support to better understand their responsibilities.
- The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities, including clubs, trips, and leadership roles, which enhance the curriculum.
Areas to improve
- The early years curriculum does not always detail what children should know and remember in sufficient detail, hindering staff’s ability to support learning effectively.
- Too many pupils do not attend school regularly, resulting in gaps in their learning; the school needs more precise strategies to improve attendance.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 32% |
| 2023/24 | 49% |
| 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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