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Homerswood Primary and Nursery School
Kirklands, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 7RF, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
55.5 / 100
Top 45%
Better than 56% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
213
Capacity
236
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
90%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates a solid commitment to education, reflected in its parent satisfaction rate of 87%. While 62% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, which places it in the top 58% nationally, only 10% achieve the higher standard. Overall, it's a commendable choice for families seeking a nurturing environment with a positive reputation among parents.
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Last inspected: 15 October 2024Quality 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%. | 62% | Bottom 42% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 10% | Top 37% UK |
Parent View (37 responses)
★★★★★4.0
Good range of subjects
97%
My child feels safe
95%
My child is happy
95%
Good range of extra-curricular
95%
School keeps me informed
95%
My child makes good progress
89%
I'd recommend this school
87%
School supports development
84%
Progress is communicated
84%
Behaviour is good
81%
School has high expectations
68%
School responds to concerns
62%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British75.1%
White Other7.5%
Mixed Other6.1%
Other3.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.4%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
Black Other0.9%
Black African0.5%
Location
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51.81689, -0.20361 · AL8 7RF
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117252
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.homerswood.herts.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Homerswood Primary and Nursery School rated by Ofsted?
Homerswood Primary and Nursery School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 October 2024.
Is Homerswood Primary and Nursery School a good school?
Homerswood Primary and Nursery School scores 55.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 45% 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 Homerswood Primary and Nursery School?
Based on 37 Ofsted Parent View responses, Homerswood Primary and Nursery School receives a satisfaction score of 81% across all parent survey questions.
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