Beechfield School
109%
Capacity
458
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Beechfield School
Beechfield School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Watford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 458 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beechfield School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Jackson, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3763rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 22 in Watford.
Beechfield School is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beechfield School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Swimming, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Watford, Beechfield School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gammons Lane, Watford, Watford, WD24 5TY |
| Headteacher | Gillian Jackson |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 458 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.7% |
| School Capacity | 458 / 420 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3763rd of 13,686
Nationally
384th of 1,612
In East of England
8th of 22
In Watford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
147
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beechfield School
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Contact Information
Gammons Lane, Watford
Watford, WD24 5TY
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