St John's CofE Primary School
Welwyn, AL6 0BX · Hertfordshire · primary school
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79th 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 — 7.7/10 against 3,942 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 20.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 224 pupils against a stated capacity of 235. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St John's CofE Primary School
Overview
St John’s CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy attending and aim to reach the high expectations set by staff. The report highlights a well-designed curriculum that builds knowledge over time, with pupils achieving well and behaving respectfully. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who receive precise support to access the same broad curriculum as their peers.
Strengths
- Pupils are attentive, respectful, and participate enthusiastically in learning, with older pupils mentoring younger ones.
- Leaders have designed a curriculum that carefully sequences important knowledge, ensuring pupils build on previous learning year on year.
- Teachers plan effective activities, breaking down knowledge into small steps and checking understanding before moving on.
- Reading is a key focus, with leaders identifying pupils who find it difficult and providing specific support to help them catch up.
- Staff feel well supported by leaders and governors, who actively manage workload and prioritise staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should provide clear guidance and support to ensure teachers consistently make effective choices in teaching the newly implemented phonics programme, as some staff are still developing strategies for letter-sound recognition.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff identifying risks swiftly and leaders acting promptly to involve external agencies where needed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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