Four Swannes Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Four Swannes Primary School
Four Swannes Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxbourne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Four Swannes Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Alan Moore, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13182nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 26 in Broxbourne.
Four Swannes Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 22 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Four Swannes Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxbourne, Four Swannes 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 | King Edward Road, Waltham Cross, Broxbourne, EN8 7HH |
| Headteacher | Alan Moore |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.0% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13182nd of 13,686
Nationally
1522nd of 1,612
In East of England
26th of 26
In Broxbourne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
32%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Four Swannes Primary School
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Contact Information
King Edward Road, Waltham Cross
Broxbourne, EN8 7HH
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