St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
234
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Broxbourne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Augustine's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Walsh, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 404th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 26 in Broxbourne.
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 29 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (52 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 St Augustine's Catholic Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxbourne, St Augustine's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Riversmead, Hoddesdon, Broxbourne, EN11 8DP |
| Headteacher | Joanne Walsh |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 240 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2024): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
404th of 13,686
Nationally
40th of 1,612
In East of England
1st of 26
In Broxbourne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
30%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
89%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
52 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Riversmead, Hoddesdon
Broxbourne, EN11 8DP
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