Wilbury Junior School
Letchworth Garden City, SG6 4DU · Hertfordshire · primary school
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192nd 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.8/10 against 1,976 of them, against 4.8/10 nationally. 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wilbury Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 228 pupils against a stated capacity of 351. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific activities are offered during the lunchtime break? How does the school monitor progress for pupils who are not meeting the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Wilbury Junior School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “well prepared for the next stage in their learning” and develop into “well-rounded individuals.” Leaders have focused on improving the quality of education, resulting in “well-structured subject plans” that help pupils build knowledge from “solid foundations.” The school fosters a positive environment where staff act as “positive role models” and go “above and beyond” to support pupil development.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent personal development, with staff helping them “develop and express their own talents” and raising their “self-confidence.”
- Reading is prioritised effectively; skilled staff provide “tailored and effective support” so that “all pupils learn to read fluently.”
- The school identifies the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “promptly” and provides “effective and precise support.”
- Behaviour is generally good, with a “calm and orderly” atmosphere where pupils understand routines and expectations.
- Staff receive “effective professional development” and appreciate leaders’ consideration of their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a couple of subjects, leaders do not use assessment information to accurately identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge and subject-specific language acquisition.
- The school should ensure assessment processes are used effectively in those subjects to amend plans and adapt teaching to fill these gaps.
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 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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