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Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School
Blackthorn Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 3JP, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
87.8 / 100
Top 12%
Better than 88% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
422
Capacity
450
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
94%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 80% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out as a solid choice for families. Notably, it ranks in the top 13% nationally for expected outcomes, and 96% of parents express satisfaction with the school. While only 13% achieve the higher standard, the overall positive environment and high parent approval are significant strengths to consider.
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Last inspected: 24 June 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & 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%. | 80% | Top 13% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 13% | Top 25% UK |
Parent View (103 responses)
★★★★★4.3
Good range of extra-curricular
97%
Good range of subjects
96%
I'd recommend this school
96%
My child feels safe
95%
My child is happy
95%
School has high expectations
95%
Progress is communicated
94%
My child makes good progress
93%
Behaviour is good
93%
School keeps me informed
92%
School supports development
85%
School responds to concerns
67%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British64.2%
White Other8.5%
Asian Other4.0%
Black African4.0%
Asian Indian3.6%
Mixed Other3.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.3.1%
Mixed W+Asian2.8%
Mixed W+B African2.4%
Other1.4%
Gypsy/Roma0.5%
Black Other0.5%
Asian Pakistani0.5%
traveller_irish0.5%
Black Caribbean0.2%
Asian Bangladeshi0.2%
Location
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51.79508, -0.18569 · AL7 3JP
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN133488
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.swallowdell.herts.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School rated by Ofsted?
Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 June 2025.
Is Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School a good school?
Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School scores 87.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 12% 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 Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School?
Based on 103 Ofsted Parent View responses, Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School receives a satisfaction score of 86% across all parent survey questions.
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