Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery
98%
Capacity
323
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery
Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 323 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Getley, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9897th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 47 in East Hertfordshire.
Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 44 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Hertfordshire, Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery 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 | Church of England |
| Address | New Road, Ware, East Hertfordshire, SG12 7BT |
| Headteacher | Rob Getley |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 323 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.2% |
| School Capacity | 323 / 330 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9897th of 13,686
Nationally
1096th of 1,612
In East of England
38th of 47
In East Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
53%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 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.
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Contact Information
New Road, Ware
East Hertfordshire, SG12 7BT
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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