Northaw Church of England Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Vineyards Road, Northaw, Northaw, EN6 4PBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Northaw Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Northaw for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 583 schools in Hertfordshire. It ranks 229th of 332 primary schools in Hertfordshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2015.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 19 May 2015, report published 17 June 2015

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 November 2024

Pupils flourish in this inclusive and caring school. Pupils feel safe and happy. Guiding principles known as the 6Rs, comprising reasoning, reflection, resilience, resourcefulness, respect and responsibility, underpin all aspects of the school, including the curriculum. Pupils can explain how they put these values into practice. Pupils are kind and supportive of each other. This includes during lessons and at breaktimes. They know that they can talk to adults in school and voice any concerns or worries they may have. The school has high aspirations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to achieve the best possible outcomes. Over recent years, the school has raised its expectations for pupils' achievement. Pupils, including those with SEND, have responded well to these aspirations. Overall, pupils behave well, showing respect and courtesy to others. Incidents of bullying are extremely rare. Parents and carers are very complimentary about the school. One comment echoed those of many, stating, 'The school provides a family-like, supportive environment for our children.' Pupils enjoy a variety of rich experiences, which broaden their horizons. Pupils can access a wide range of clubs and enjoy taking on extra roles and responsibilities.

What the school should improve

  • In a small number of subjects, staff do not check that pupils have learned the intended curriculum. As a result, mistakes are missed and pupils' achievements do not always meet the aspirations of the curriculum. The school should carefully check what pupils know and understand and adapt the curriculum as a result.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

16 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths44%

44%, 18 percentage points below the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths13%

13%, 5 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score106

106, the same as the England average.

Maths, average scaled score103

103, 2 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score104

104, 1 below the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

101 pupils on roll, with places for 124

Eligible for free school meals13.9%

13.9%, 12.6 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language17.8%

17.8%, 3.8 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support10.9%

10.9%, 3.9 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan4%

4%, 2 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Northaw Church of England Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Stormont School1 mileNo Ofsted inspectionNot published
Oakmere Primary School1 mileOfsted judgements: Good52% met the expected standard
Little Heath Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good63% met the expected standard
Ladbrooke Junior Mixed and Infant School2 milesOfsted: Good70% met the expected standard
Lochinver House School2 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published

School details

School type
Voluntary aided school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Dr James Inglis
Address
Vineyards Road, Northaw, Northaw, EN6 4PB
Local authority
Hertfordshire
URN
117569

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.