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Schools in WD24

A postcode district in Hertfordshire

  • Postcode district
  • 12 schools and nurseries

In short: WD24 is a postcode district in Hertfordshire with 6 primary schools and 6 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries126 primary · 6 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in WD24

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.

All WD24 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in WD24

6 in WD24, best first

The Orchard Primary School

Watford, WD24 5JW · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

36 first choices, 46 offers made

Met the standard at 1170%

England 62%

Days missed
3.9%
Pupils
434
Pupils per teacher
22.4
View school The Orchard Primary School

Knutsford Primary Academy

Watford, WD24 7ER · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

69 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1172%

England 62%

Days missed
5.0%
Pupils
438
Pupils per teacher
19.8
View school Knutsford Primary Academy

Beechfield School

Watford, WD24 5TY · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results well above the England average.

51 first choices, 59 offers made

Met the standard at 1172%

England 62%

Days missed
6.2%
Pupils
444
Pupils per teacher
20.8
View school Beechfield School

Nurseries in WD24

6 in WD24, highest Ofsted grade first

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Every school in WD24, 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.

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Parkgate Junior School, OutstandingParkgate Infants' and Nursery School, GoodBeechfield School, Expected standard or betterThe Orchard Primary School, GoodCherry Tree Primary School, GoodKnutsford Primary Academy, GoodTeddies Tots, GoodLittle Blossom Nursery School, GoodLeavesden Montessori House, GoodLittle Raccoons Day Nursery Ltd, GoodKnutsford Community Pre-school, OutstandingBuzykidz Limited
  • Outstanding2
  • Good8
  • Not graded yet2
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 WD24 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

WD24 has 12 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 WD24

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 WD24

How many schools are in WD24?

WD24 has 12 schools, including 6 primary schools, 6 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in WD24?

The highest-ranked schools in WD24 on Eduscope are The Orchard Primary School, Knutsford Primary Academy, Beechfield School. 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 do I choose the right school in WD24?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 12 schools in WD24 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.

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