St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School, Welham Green
Hatfield, AL9 7NE · Hertfordshire · primary school
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325th 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 — 1.2/10 against 2,784 of them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 62% | 1.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School, Welham Green overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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% 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 (1.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gardening, public speaking, and mathletics clubs, play football and netball, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 137 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School, Welham Green
Overview
The inspection found that while pupils enjoy school and benefit from a positive culture, significant improvements are needed in teaching, attendance, and support for vulnerable learners. The report states that the quality of education, behaviour, leadership, and early years provision all ‘require improvement’, though personal development is rated ‘Good’. Recent curriculum changes are helping, but inconsistencies remain, particularly for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Pupils ‘enjoy coming to school’ and there are ‘high expectations of behaviour’, with learning rarely interrupted.
- The school ‘prioritises reading’, with staff having the expertise to teach phonics precisely and close gaps in early reading swiftly.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils showing ‘respect for different cultures and religions’ and trusting adults to help them.
- Enrichment activities, such as ‘arts afternoon’ and museum trips, help develop pupils’ understanding of life beyond the school.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure learning is ‘appropriately adapted for all pupils with SEND’, as some currently find lessons too difficult.
- Leaders should develop systems for ‘swift action when pupils are absent’ to address high levels of persistent absence.
- The school needs to review the early years curriculum to clearly outline what children should know by the end of Reception.
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 32% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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