Bushey Heath Primary School
89%
Capacity
239
Pupils
5.3x
Demand
About Bushey Heath Primary School
Bushey Heath Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hertsmere community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Penny Barefoot, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2214th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 29 in Hertsmere.
Bushey Heath Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 154 applications for 29 places, making it 5.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bushey Heath Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Book Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hertsmere, Bushey Heath Primary 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 | The Rutts, Bushey, Hertsmere, WD23 1SP |
| Headteacher | Penny Barefoot |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.5% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 270 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2214th of 13,686
Nationally
211th of 1,612
In East of England
3rd of 29
In Hertsmere
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
33%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
77%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
154
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Rutts, Bushey
Hertsmere, WD23 1SP
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