St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School
91%
Capacity
381
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School
St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Christian primary school serving the Broxbourne community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 381 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dorothy Marlow, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12091st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 26 in Broxbourne.
St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 114 applications for 52 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 26% recommending the school (43 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 Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxbourne, St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England/Christian |
| Address | Haslewood Avenue, Hoddesdon, Broxbourne, EN11 8HT |
| Headteacher | Dorothy Marlow |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 381 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 381 / 420 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12091st of 13,686
Nationally
1369th of 1,612
In East of England
24th of 26
In Broxbourne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
114
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Haslewood Avenue, Hoddesdon
Broxbourne, EN11 8HT
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