The short version
Average SATs results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 63% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
63%
+1.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
13%
+5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
+1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
15% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 13 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 7 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 6 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 47
- Capacity
- 73%
- FSM
- 19.6%
Governance
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Head
- Mr Jonathan Millward (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Good
June 2019 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
February 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2013 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2011 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Full inspection: Good
February 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
June 2003 | Full Inspection
Location
Ware Road, Widford School, Widford Herts, Hertfordshire, SG12 8RE
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Widford School's Ofsted rating?
Widford School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Widford School?
Widford School currently has 47 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Widford School take?
Widford School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Widford School?
Widford School is in Widford Herts, SG12 8RE, in the Hertfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Widford School have a sixth form?
No, Widford School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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