Margaret Wix Primary School
60%
Capacity
148
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Margaret Wix Primary School
Margaret Wix Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the St Albans community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 148 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Margaret Wix Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Gibbs, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3922nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 40 in St Albans.
Margaret Wix Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 15 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Margaret Wix Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Margaret Wix Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Eco Club, Art 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 St Albans, Margaret Wix 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 | High Oaks, St Albans, St Albans, AL3 6EL |
| Headteacher | Claire Gibbs |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.0% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 248 (60% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Dec 2024): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3922nd of 13,686
Nationally
403rd of 1,612
In East of England
24th of 40
In St Albans
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
20
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Oaks, St Albans
St Albans, AL3 6EL
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