- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
48 first choices, 29 offers made
Met the standard at 1186%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.9%
- Pupils
- 237
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.4
Schools in WD3
A postcode district in Hertfordshire
- Postcode district
- 41 schools and nurseries
In short: WD3 is a postcode district in Hertfordshire with 20 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 16 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries4120 primary · 6 secondary · 16 nurseries
Top-rated
All WD3 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in WD3
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 WD3
20 in WD3, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
45 first choices, 29 offers made
Met the standard at 1187%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.8%
- Pupils
- 240
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.3
Rickmansworth Park Junior Mixed and Infant School
Rickmansworth, WD3 1HU · State · Primary · Ages 5 to 11
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
43 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1193%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.7%
- Pupils
- 201
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.8
Top Secondary Schools in WD3
6 in WD3, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
292 first choices, 237 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1663.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.1%
- Pupils
- 1,575
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.3
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
295 first choices, 231 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1664.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 1,585
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.3
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
130 first choices, 165 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1651.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 1,049
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.6
Nurseries in WD3
16 in WD3, highest Ofsted grade first
Jack in the Box at Rickmansworth
Rickmansworth, WD3 1NY · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Partou Shepherds Lane Day Nursery & Pre-School
Rickmansworth, WD3 8JJ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Rickmansworth Nursery School
Rickmansworth, WD3 1HU · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in WD3
6 in WD3, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
292 first choices, 237 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1663.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.1%
- Pupils
- 1,575
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.3
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
295 first choices, 231 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1664.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 1,585
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.3
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
130 first choices, 165 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1651.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 1,049
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.6
Private Schools in WD3
4 in WD3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Charlotte House Preparatory School
Rickmansworth, WD3 4DU · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 103
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Merchant Taylors' Prep School
Rickmansworth, WD3 1LW · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11 · Boys
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 330
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Royal Masonic School for Girls
Rickmansworth, WD3 4HF · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 19 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well above the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1661.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 880
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in WD3, 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.
- Outstanding9
- Good16
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet15
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in WD3 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 WD3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
WD3 has 41 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 WD3
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 WD3
Nearby areas
How many schools are in WD3?
WD3 has 41 schools, including 20 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 16 nurseries, 4 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in WD3?
The highest-ranked schools in WD3 on Eduscope are The Russell School, Harvey Road Primary School, Rickmansworth Park Junior Mixed and Infant 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 many private schools are in WD3?
There are 4 independent schools in WD3. 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 WD3 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in WD3?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 41 schools in WD3 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.