Shephalbury Park Primary School
Stevenage, SG2 8AX · Hertfordshire · primary school
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313rd 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 2,880 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 | 32.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.14 |
| 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.
Shephalbury Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 32.0% 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%, 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 (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Den Building, Dance, Mad science, Rising Stars, Mrs Make It, Creative Cooks and Computer Xplorers. Sports cover athletics, football, multi-sports skills, rounders, gymnastic skills and hockey, alongside Rocksteady music. Trips include Bawdsey Manor. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 228 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How does the curriculum build on the Good inspection findings from 2022?
What Ofsted said about Shephalbury Park Primary School
Overview
Shephalbury Park Primary School is described as a “motivating, calm and friendly place” where pupils feel safe and happy. The report highlights a strong culture of learning, with pupils showing “excellent attitudes” and taking pride in their achievements. Leaders prioritise foundational skills in phonics, reading, and mathematics while maintaining a broad curriculum that prepares most pupils well for secondary school.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “outstanding” behaviour and attitudes, showing tolerance, respect, and a “can-do attitude to learning.”
- Staff provide high-quality pastoral support and skilful adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to access the same broad curriculum.
- Leaders use real-life scenarios to capture pupils’ interests, fostering independence and a strong understanding of British values and diversity.
- The school has effective safeguarding arrangements, with staff trained to spot contextual risks and pupils knowing how to keep themselves safe online and in real life.
Areas to improve
- In the early years, adults do not always plan activities that focus precisely on intended learning, causing children to struggle with making connections and remembering key knowledge.
- In some subjects, pupils lack sufficient opportunities to practise and apply what they have been taught, leading to gaps in knowledge and skills.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a strong culture where staff are aware of risks and ensure pupils and families receive quick support from agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 30% |
| 2024/25 | 32% |
| 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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