Two Waters Primary School
Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0AU · Hertfordshire · primary school
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20th 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 — 8.8/10 against 3,899 of them, against 9.0/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 62% | 5.49 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 38% | 3.48 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Two Waters Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 19.0% 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 (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess Club, Drama Classes, and Yoga. Music instruction includes drums, guitar, piano, violin, clarinet, keyboard, and singing.
Getting in
The published school roll is 236 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 are music lessons scheduled to ensure all instruments receive adequate practice time? What support is available for pupils who need extra help in maths?
What Ofsted said about Two Waters Primary School
Overview
Two Waters Primary School is described as a "caring and inclusive community" where pupils feel "safe and valued." The report highlights a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with a strong focus on reading, resulting in high achievement in literacy and mathematics. Personal development is rated Outstanding, driven by meaningful leadership roles and extracurricular opportunities.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a "broad and ambitious curriculum" and achieve "very well in reading and mathematics."
- The school "excels in supporting pupils with SEND," with staff skilfully tailoring learning to remove barriers to participation.
- Personal development is "richly promoted," with pupils taking pride in leadership roles and engaging in activities that build confidence and teamwork.
- Teachers "actively foster a love for reading," providing a "secure foundation" through effective phonics teaching.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with an open culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Areas to improve
- The school must establish a "clear approach to handwriting development" to ensure pupils consolidate essential transcription skills, such as letter formation, from the early years.
- Leaders need to ensure the early years curriculum is "carefully planned and sequenced," as current activities do not always effectively develop children’s knowledge and skills in writing.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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