St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School
Woolmer Green, SG3 6JP · Hertfordshire · primary school
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80th 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 — 7.8/10 against 4,195 of them, against 7.9/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 9.0% of pupils, 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 (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Bible Club, play football, tag rugby, and skip, and visit the Saltmine Theatre Company, the WWII Memorial, and Welwyn Garden City Synagogue.
Getting in
The published school roll is 186 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 do not reach the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help with reading? How does the school plan to maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School
Overview
St Michael’s Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "friendly school where pupils are keen to live out the school’s vision". Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes toward learning" and show respect for others within an inclusive community. The inspection confirms that leaders share an "ambitious vision" and work closely with a committed governing body to support staff well-being and pupil development.
Strengths
- Pupils are "resilient and know that making mistakes is okay because it helps them learn," fostering a positive culture where "low-level disruption is rare."
- Leaders "prioritise reading," with a new phonics programme ensuring early reading is "well taught" and staff intervening quickly when pupils fall behind.
- Teachers possess "good knowledge of the subjects they teach" and use "skilled questioning" to check learning, adapting effectively for pupils with special educational needs.
- The school offers a "wide range of activities" to build character, including popular clubs like knitting and sports such as archery and lacrosse.
- Staff feel "valued" and "proud to work at the school," with leaders ensuring workload is "manageable" and well-being is supported.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum planning in several subjects is new, meaning pupils are learning fresh content without all the "prerequisite knowledge required to understand this."
- Subject leaders must continue to develop curriculum plans and use regular checks to ensure staff are following these plans as intended, addressing instances where pupils "forget their learning because they are not building on firm foundations."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with adults well trained to recognise signs of risk and leaders keeping accurate records to ensure appropriate follow-up action is taken.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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