Leavesden JMI School
91%
Capacity
408
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Leavesden JMI School
Leavesden JMI School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Watford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 408 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Leavesden JMI School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Lyon, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7445th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 22 in Watford.
Leavesden JMI School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 41 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leavesden JMI School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Football, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Watford, Leavesden JMI 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 | High Road, Watford, Watford, WD25 7QZ |
| Headteacher | Victoria Lyon |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 408 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 408 / 450 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7445th of 13,686
Nationally
800th of 1,612
In East of England
14th of 22
In Watford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
61%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Road, Watford
Watford, WD25 7QZ
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