Markyate Village School and Nursery
93%
Capacity
220
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Markyate Village School and Nursery
Markyate Village School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dacorum community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Markyate Village School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Page, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8252nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 47 in Dacorum.
Markyate Village School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Markyate Village School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (85 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 Markyate Village School and Nursery include Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cricket, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dacorum, Markyate Village School and Nursery 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cavendish Road, St Albans, Dacorum, AL3 8PT |
| Headteacher | Anna Page |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 236 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8252nd of 13,686
Nationally
895th of 1,612
In East of England
26th of 47
In Dacorum
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
85 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Markyate Village School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Cavendish Road, St Albans
Dacorum, AL3 8PT
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