Malvern Way Infant and Nursery School
97%
Capacity
261
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Malvern Way Infant and Nursery School
Malvern Way Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Three Rivers community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 261 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Emma Cole, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Malvern Way Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 150 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
Malvern Way Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (108 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Malvern Way Infant and Nursery School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Netball, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Three Rivers, Malvern Way Infant and Nursery 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 | Malvern Way, Rickmansworth, Three Rivers, WD3 3QQ |
| Headteacher | Emma Cole |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 261 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.2% |
| School Capacity | 261 / 270 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
108 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
150
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Malvern Way, Rickmansworth
Three Rivers, WD3 3QQ
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