Shenley Primary School
Radlett, WD7 9DX · Hertfordshire · primary school
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311st 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 — 0.3/10 against 1,802 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 31.0 · 3 | 40% | 0.13 |
| 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.
Shenley Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 31.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023-11. 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 (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School, Eco Warriors, and School Council, with trips to Runway's End and Tolmers Activity Centre. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 119 pupils against a stated capacity of 262. 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 children progress from the expected to the higher standard? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with the core academic subjects?
What Ofsted said about Shenley Primary School
Overview
Shenley Primary School is described as a "friendly and inclusive school" where pupils feel safe and behave well due to high expectations set by leaders. The report highlights a strong sense of community and an "ambitious curriculum" that is clearly sequenced to help pupils build knowledge effectively.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a "broad and exciting curriculum" and enjoy learning, with older pupils caring for younger ones.
- Reading is prioritised, with teachers "expertly deliver[ing] the phonics programme" and children starting to read from the beginning of their school journey.
- Personal development is strong, supported by trips, visits to places of worship, and activities like forest school that develop resilience.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "effective support" and are proactive in seeking help from external agencies.
- Early years provision is inviting, with close communications between families and school through sessions like ‘stay and learn’.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff receive training to develop expertise in providing high-quality support for pupils who find reading difficult, as some do not catch up quickly enough.
- Leaders should work closely with parents and carers to rebuild positive relationships and develop a shared vision, as some parents have lost faith in the school due to recent changes.
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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 31% |
| 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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