Highwood Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Mead Way Bushey Hertfordshire WD23 2AW |
| Phone | 01923256210 |
| Reference Number | 117089 |
Highwood Primary School is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating across all inspected areas except for early years provision which received an 'Outstanding' grade. Pupils enjoy their learning and feel safe in a supportive environment where adults are approachable. The school has a broad and ambitious curriculum that caters to student needs, which is positively reflected in students' achievements and attitudes towards learning. Additionally, the supportive culture and high expectations promote a sense of pride and community among students and staff alike.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 439 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.03%
Girls: 48.97% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 17.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 29.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.1 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 27 | 60 |
| 2 | 28 | 27 | 55 |
| 3 | 30 | 27 | 57 |
| 4 | 25 | 35 | 60 |
| 5 | 27 | 30 | 57 |
| 6 | 29 | 31 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 43.7% |
| White, Other | 11.4% |
| Indian | 6.4% |
| Unclassified | 5.9% |
| Asian, Other | 4.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 3.4% |
| African | 3.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.5% |
| White & Asian | 2.1% |
| Caribbean | 1.8% |
| Chinese | 1.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 27 Jun 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Jun 2023 | School inspection: |
| 21 Nov 2017 | Short inspection |
| 02 Jul 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 21 May 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils have positive attitudes towards learning.
- The early years provision is outstanding.
- Leaders have designed a broad and ambitious curriculum.
- Staff provide effective support and adaptations for pupils with SEND.
- Pupils feel safe and are engaged in school activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects lack clear identification of key knowledge for pupils.
- Inconsistent expectations for behavior lead to some issues.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 41% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 5% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 106 | ||
| Maths | 103 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.8 | ||
| Writing | 1.3 | ||
| Maths | -0.3 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 19 | 5 |
| Third Preference | 18 | 4 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
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