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The Russell School
Brushwood Drive, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 5RR, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
99.8 / 100
Top 0%
Better than 100% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
225
Capacity
240
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
94%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and impressive KS2 results, this primary school demonstrates exceptional performance, with 86% of pupils achieving the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 6% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 98% recommending the school, reflecting strong community support. The school’s LocaleIQ score of 99.8 indicates it outperforms all other schools in the area, making it a compelling choice for families.
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Last inspected: 24 September 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 86% | Top 6% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 34% | Top 1% UK |
Parent View (113 responses)
★★★★★4.5
Good range of extra-curricular
100%
Good range of subjects
100%
My child feels safe
99%
My child is happy
99%
My child makes good progress
99%
Behaviour is good
98%
I'd recommend this school
98%
School has high expectations
98%
Progress is communicated
98%
School keeps me informed
97%
School supports development
97%
School responds to concerns
63%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British64.4%
Mixed W+Asian8.0%
Asian Indian7.6%
White Other7.1%
Mixed Other4.9%
Asian Other2.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Asian Chinese0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Other0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Location
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51.65511, -0.52753 · WD3 5RR
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117098
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.russell.herts.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is The Russell School rated by Ofsted?
The Russell School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 September 2024.
Is The Russell School a good school?
The Russell School scores 99.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about The Russell School?
Based on 113 Ofsted Parent View responses, The Russell School receives a satisfaction score of 89% across all parent survey questions.
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