Laurance Haines School
111%
Capacity
468
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Laurance Haines School
Laurance Haines School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Watford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 468 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Laurance Haines School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Ball, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7051st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 22 in Watford.
Laurance Haines School is a popular choice with families — it received 155 applications for 59 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
Laurance Haines School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (76 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Laurance Haines School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Watford, Laurance Haines 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 | Vicarage Road, Watford, Watford, WD18 0DD |
| Headteacher | Jo Ball |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 468 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 468 / 420 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7051st of 13,686
Nationally
759th of 1,612
In East of England
13th of 22
In Watford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
76 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
155
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vicarage Road, Watford
Watford, WD18 0DD
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