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Watford Grammar School for Boys
Rickmansworth Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 7JF, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
97.0 / 100
Top 3%
Better than 97% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,610
Capacity
1,496
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
108%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and exceptional GCSE results, this secondary school demonstrates strong academic performance, boasting an Attainment 8 score in the top 4% nationally. An impressive 91% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 83% secure grade 5 or higher, indicating a robust foundation in core subjects. The high EBacc entry rate of 96% further reflects the school's commitment to a well-rounded education.
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Last inspected: 13 October 2021Exempt from re-inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 68.9 | Top 4% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 91% | Top 6% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 83% | Top 5% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 96% | Top 2% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 78% | Top 2% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
Asian Indian31.6%
White British14.8%
Asian Pakistani14.5%
Asian Other13.8%
White Other6.2%
Mixed W+Asian4.6%
Black African3.2%
Asian Chinese2.9%
Other2.5%
Mixed Other2.3%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.7%
Asian Bangladeshi0.7%
Black Caribbean0.4%
Black Other0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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51.65503, -0.41432 · WD18 7JF
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN136276
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.watfordboys.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Watford Grammar School for Boys rated by Ofsted?
Watford Grammar School for Boys was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 13 October 2021.
Is Watford Grammar School for Boys a good school?
Watford Grammar School for Boys scores 97.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 3% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Watford Grammar School for Boys in GCSEs?
Watford Grammar School for Boys achieved an Attainment 8 score of 68.9. 91% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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