Explore other schools in this area
See every school around WD25 9NW on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolPrimary
Coates Way JMI and Nursery School
Coates Way, Garston, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9NW, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
33.9 / 100
Bottom 34%
Better than 34% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
226
Capacity
236
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates a strong commitment to quality education, reflected in a parent satisfaction rate of 93%. While the percentage of pupils achieving the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2 is 47%, which places it in the top 86% nationally, the higher standard achievement at 3% indicates room for improvement. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for young learners, though parents should consider the limited data on progress measures.
Explore this location
Start from postcode WD25 9NW — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around Coates Way JMI and Nursery 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 September 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%. | 47% | Bottom 14% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 3% | Bottom 25% UK |
Parent View (30 responses)
★★★★★4.2
My child feels safe
100%
My child is happy
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
93%
School keeps me informed
93%
Good range of subjects
93%
I'd recommend this school
93%
My child makes good progress
90%
Behaviour is good
90%
Progress is communicated
87%
School supports development
83%
School has high expectations
83%
School responds to concerns
77%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British52.7%
White Other15.9%
Asian Indian8.4%
Asian Other5.3%
Black African3.5%
Mixed Other2.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.2%
Asian Pakistani1.8%
Mixed W+B African1.3%
Other1.3%
Mixed W+Asian0.9%
Black Caribbean0.9%
Black Other0.4%
Location
Loading map…
51.69468, -0.37928 · WD25 9NW
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117340
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.coatesway.herts.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Coates Way JMI and Nursery School rated by Ofsted?
Coates Way JMI and Nursery School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 September 2024.
Is Coates Way JMI and Nursery School a good school?
Coates Way JMI and Nursery School scores 33.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 34% 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 Coates Way JMI and Nursery School?
Based on 30 Ofsted Parent View responses, Coates Way JMI and Nursery School receives a satisfaction score of 85% across all parent survey questions.
What are the best schools near WD25 9NW?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near WD25 9NW with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.