- Ofsted:Strong standard in every area
Results well above the England average.
71 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1180%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.6%
- Pupils
- 449
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.0
Schools in CM23
A postcode district in Hertfordshire
- Postcode district
- 46 schools and nurseries
In short: CM23 is a postcode district in Hertfordshire with 18 primary schools, 8 secondary schools and 21 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries4618 primary · 8 secondary · 21 nurseries
Top-rated
All CM23 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CM23
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in CM23
18 in CM23, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
67 first choices, 61 offers made
Met the standard at 1170%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.6%
- Pupils
- 451
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.3
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
24 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1187%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 228
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.1
Top Secondary Schools in CM23
8 in CM23, best first
The Bishop's Stortford High School
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 4SH · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Boys
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
277 first choices, 172 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1658.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.2%
- Pupils
- 1,279
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.0
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well above the England average.
147 first choices, 182 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1656.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.9%
- Pupils
- 1,106
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.1
The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 5NJ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Girls
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
213 first choices, 178 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1662.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.5%
- Pupils
- 1,508
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.3
Nurseries in CM23
21 in CM23, highest Ofsted grade first
Early Birds, Night Owls & Appletree Pre-School
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2NE · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Early Birds, Night Owls & Little Ladybirds Pre-School
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2NL · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Apple Green Montessori Preschool
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 5LG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in CM23
7 in CM23, by the school's Eduscope score
The Bishop's Stortford High School
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 4SH · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Boys
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
277 first choices, 172 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1658.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.2%
- Pupils
- 1,279
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.0
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well above the England average.
147 first choices, 182 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1656.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.9%
- Pupils
- 1,106
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.1
The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 5NJ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Girls
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
213 first choices, 178 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1662.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.5%
- Pupils
- 1,508
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.3
Special Schools in CM23
1 in CM23. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
White Trees Independent School
Cm23 5na · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 76
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in CM23
2 in CM23. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
White Trees Independent School
Cm23 5na · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 76
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Bishop's Stortford College
Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2PQ · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,241
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CM23, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding5
- Good27
- Not graded yet14
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in CM23 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every CM23 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CM23 has 46 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in CM23
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about CM23
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CM23?
CM23 has 46 schools, including 18 primary schools, 8 secondary schools, 21 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in CM23?
The highest-ranked schools in CM23 on Eduscope are Manor Fields Primary School, The Bishop's Stortford High School, Windhill21. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in CM23?
There are 2 independent schools in CM23. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in CM23 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in CM23?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 46 schools in CM23 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.