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Batford Nursery School
Holcroft Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 5BQ, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
77.5 / 100
Top 23%
Better than 78% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
78
Ages
3–5
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, this nursery school demonstrates high-quality early education for children aged 3-5. The school has a strong reputation, outscoring 78% of schools in its area, which reflects its effective teaching and positive learning environment. While specific academic progress data is limited, the overall performance indicates a nurturing setting that prioritizes child development.
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Last inspected: 24 January 2013Exempt from re-inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Outstanding
Pupil Ethnicity
White British60.3%
Mixed W+Asian10.3%
White Other7.7%
Mixed Other6.4%
Asian Chinese3.8%
Asian Other2.6%
Asian Indian2.6%
Other2.6%
Gypsy/Roma1.3%
Black African1.3%
Asian Bangladeshi1.3%
Location
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51.82649, -0.33725 · AL5 5BQ
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117068
School typeLocal authority nursery school
Frequently asked questions
What is Batford Nursery School rated by Ofsted?
Batford Nursery School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 January 2013.
Is Batford Nursery School a good school?
Batford Nursery School scores 77.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 23% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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