Yewtree Primary School
Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5QR · Hertfordshire · primary school
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317th 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 — 0.1/10 against 1,504 of them, against 0.4/10 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 | 17.0 · 1 | 41% | 0.03 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 26% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Yewtree Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 17.0% 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%, 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 (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 321 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 literacy and numeracy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in the core subjects? How does the school ensure the breakfast and after-school clubs are accessible to all families?
What Ofsted said about Yewtree Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are encouraged to be independent and respectful, benefiting from a "calm and warm atmosphere." Leaders have prioritised curriculum development, resulting in "rapid improvement" since the previous inspection. The school is judged as Good across all categories, with effective safeguarding and strong support for pupils with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, are treated fairly, and value their friendships, with adults effectively addressing issues such as bullying.
- Early reading is well supported, with staff identifying gaps quickly so that pupils who fall behind "catch up quickly."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "well supported," participating in lessons alongside peers with accurate identification of individual needs.
- Staff workload and well-being are considered by leaders, contributing to a positive environment where staff "enjoy working at Yewtree."
- Partnership working between leaders, governors, and the local authority has been a strength in driving improvement.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers in all subjects are familiar with important knowledge so pupils can "link new learning with what they have learned before."
- The curriculum needs to be sufficiently well planned and sequenced in all subjects, with leaders completing reviews within their identified timescale.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear systems for identifying concerns, regular staff training, and pupils being taught how to stay safe online and from gang culture.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 25% |
| 2023/24 | 34% |
| 2024/25 | 17% |
| 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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