Water Hall Primary School
59%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Water Hall Primary School
Water Hall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll, operating at 59% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Water Hall Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Seabourne, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13149th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
Water Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 11 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Water Hall Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Water Hall Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Fern Grove, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK2 3QF |
| Headteacher | Emma Seabourne |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.2% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 345 (59% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13149th of 13,686
Nationally
1957th of 2,034
In South East
54th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
16%
'23/24
33%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Water Hall Primary School
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Contact Information
Fern Grove, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK2 3QF
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