Shenley Primary School

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

London Road, Shenley, Radlett, WD7 9DXOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Shenley Primary School is a primary school in Radlett for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 583 schools in Hertfordshire. It ranks 4th of 4 primary schools in Radlett. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2023.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 28 September 2023, report published 8 November 2023

Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 September 2023

Shenley Primary School is a friendly and inclusive school. Pupils benefit greatly because adults know them and their families well. There is a strong sense of community despite the many changes in leadership over the last few years. Pupils behave and learn well because leaders have set high expectations. Pupils are calm and polite. As a result, pupils feel safe. Visits from the police help pupils to learn about the possible dangers while in their community. They learn how to keep themselves safe, including when online. Pupils with additional needs, including special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), receive effective support so that they take part in all aspects of school life alongside their peers. Pupils are very proud of their school. Older pupils look out and care for younger pupils. Pupils enjoy learning because they study a broad and exciting curriculum. They value opportunities to take on leadership roles, such as house captains and play leaders. Pupils have mature attitudes towards equality. They know it is okay to be themselves. They trust adults will listen to them and respect their opinions.

What the school should improve

  • Not all adults have had training to provide high-quality support for pupils who find reading difficult. This means that some pupils do not receive the precise support they need. They do not catch up quickly enough. Leaders should ensure staff receive training to develop their expertise.
  • The school has undergone a period of significant change. This has led to some parents losing faith in the school and not fully understanding the vision of the school. Leaders should ensure they work closely with parents and carers to develop positive and trusting relationships that will result in a shared vision to achieve the best outcomes for all pupils.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

29 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths31%

31%, 31 percentage points below the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths0%

0%, 8 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score101

101, 5 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score96

96, 9 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score98

98, 7 below the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

119 pupils on roll, with places for 262

Eligible for free school meals37.8%

37.8%, 11.3 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language16%

16%, 5.6 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support14.3%

14.3%, 0.5 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan7.6%

7.6%, 1.6 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near Shenley Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Clore Shalom School1 mileOfsted: Good68% met the expected standard
Newberries Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good67% met the expected standard
Manor Lodge School1 mileNo Ofsted inspectionNot published
Parkside Community Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good59% met the expected standard
Woodlands Primary School2 milesReport card: Expected standard to strong standard66% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Community school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Miss Georgina Wheeler
Address
London Road, Shenley, Radlett, WD7 9DX
Local authority
Hertfordshire
URN
117150

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.