Oxhey Wood Primary School
83%
Capacity
396
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Oxhey Wood Primary School
Oxhey Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Three Rivers community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 396 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oxhey Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mikki Caplan, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3501st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 25 in Three Rivers.
Oxhey Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 55 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oxhey Wood Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Three Rivers, Oxhey Wood 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 | Oxhey Drive, Watford, Three Rivers, WD19 7SL |
| Headteacher | Mikki Caplan |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 396 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.0% |
| School Capacity | 396 / 480 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3501st of 13,686
Nationally
348th of 1,612
In East of England
14th of 25
In Three Rivers
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
72%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oxhey Drive, Watford
Three Rivers, WD19 7SL
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