Explore other schools in this area
See every school around AL10 9AH on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolPrimary
Howe Dell Primary School
The Runway, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9AH, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
75.1 / 100
Top 25%
Better than 75% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
439
Capacity
460
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
95%
Summary
With a Good Ofsted rating and strong parent satisfaction at 95%, this primary school offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11. The school performs well in key stage 2, with 69% of students achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 39% of schools nationally. While the percentage of students reaching higher standards is lower at 12%, the overall positive feedback from parents indicates a strong community commitment to student success.
Explore this location
Start from postcode AL10 9AH — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around Howe Dell Primary School
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 24 June 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
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%. | 69% | Top 39% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 12% | Top 28% UK |
Parent View (219 responses)
★★★★★4.4
My child feels safe
99%
My child is happy
98%
School keeps me informed
98%
My child makes good progress
97%
Good range of subjects
96%
Progress is communicated
96%
I'd recommend this school
95%
Behaviour is good
94%
Good range of extra-curricular
92%
School supports development
91%
School has high expectations
88%
School responds to concerns
63%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British27.3%
Black African20.7%
Asian Indian10.9%
White Other9.8%
Asian Other6.2%
Mixed Other5.0%
Asian Pakistani3.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.7%
Black Other2.7%
Mixed W+B African2.1%
Mixed W+Asian1.8%
Other1.8%
Asian Bangladeshi1.8%
Asian Chinese1.4%
Black Caribbean1.4%
Location
Loading map…
51.76727, -0.24657 · AL10 9AH
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117220
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.howedell.herts.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Howe Dell Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Howe Dell Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 June 2025.
Is Howe Dell Primary School a good school?
Howe Dell Primary School scores 75.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 25% 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 Howe Dell Primary School?
Based on 219 Ofsted Parent View responses, Howe Dell Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 87% across all parent survey questions.
What are the best schools near AL10 9AH?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near AL10 9AH with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.