- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
55 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1183%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.7%
- Pupils
- 242
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.7
Schools in WD23
A postcode district in Hertfordshire
- Postcode district
- 29 schools and nurseries
In short: WD23 is a postcode district in Hertfordshire with 14 primary schools, 7 secondary schools and 10 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2914 primary · 7 secondary · 10 nurseries
Top-rated
All WD23 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in WD23
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 WD23
14 in WD23, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
50 first choices, 45 offers made
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 346
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
Met the standard at 1168%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.8%
- Pupils
- 235
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
Top Secondary Schools in WD23
7 in WD23, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
436 first choices, 259 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1656.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.6%
- Pupils
- 1,697
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.6
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results close to the England average.
83 first choices, 270 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 10.2%
- Pupils
- 928
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.2
- Ofsted:Requires improvement in 3 areas
Results below the England average.
85 first choices, 184 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 13.1%
- Pupils
- 1,200
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.5
Nurseries in WD23
10 in WD23, highest Ofsted grade first
Bush-E-Babes (Stobbart Hall)
Bushey, WD23 2EQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
First Place Nursery
Bushey, WD23 3AQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Little Acorns Montessori School
Bushey, WD23 2ES · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in WD23
6 in WD23, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
436 first choices, 259 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1656.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.6%
- Pupils
- 1,697
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.6
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results close to the England average.
83 first choices, 270 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 10.2%
- Pupils
- 928
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.2
- Ofsted:Requires improvement in 3 areas
Results below the England average.
85 first choices, 184 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 13.1%
- Pupils
- 1,200
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.5
Special Schools in WD23
2 in WD23. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Falconer School
Bushey, WD23 3AT · Special · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Boys
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 43.2%
- Pupils
- 54
- Pupils per teacher
- 2.5
Meadow Wood School
Bushey, WD23 4NN · Special · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 18.3%
- Pupils
- 36
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.8
Private Schools in WD23
4 in WD23. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Longwood School
Bushey, WD23 2QG · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 65
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Immanuel College
Bushey, WD23 4EB · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 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
- 341
- Pupils per teacher
- –
St Margaret's School
Bushey, WD23 1DT · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well above the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1660.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 799
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in WD23, 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.
- Outstanding1
- Good18
- Not graded yet10
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
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 WD23 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
WD23 has 29 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 WD23
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 WD23
Nearby areas
How many schools are in WD23?
WD23 has 29 schools, including 14 primary schools, 7 secondary schools, 10 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in WD23?
The highest-ranked schools in WD23 on Eduscope are Queens' School, Bushey Heath Primary School, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery. 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 WD23?
There are 4 independent schools in WD23. 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 WD23 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in WD23?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 29 schools in WD23 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.