Chater Infant School
107%
Capacity
227
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Chater Infant School
Chater Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Watford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 212 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chater Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amrit Bal-Richards, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Chater Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 180 applications for 59 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chater Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Watford, Chater Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chater Infant School, Watford, Watford, WD18 7RD |
| Headteacher | Amrit Bal-Richards |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 212 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
180
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
66 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
Chater Infant School, Watford
Watford, WD18 7RD
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