Wymondley Junior Mixed and Infant School

About Wymondley Junior Mixed and Infant School

Wymondley Junior Mixed and Infant School was rated Good across all five categories in its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2023, a rating it has held consistently since its previous graded inspection in 2012. The school’s key stage 2 results tell a more nuanced story. While 59% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, this sits five percentage points below the Hertfordshire local authority average of 64%. The school ranks 26th out of 38 primary schools in North Hertfordshire on this measure, placing it in the bottom half locally and around the 60th percentile nationally. Individual subject scores are more encouraging: 76% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, maths and writing separately, and average scaled scores in reading and maths both sit at 104. However, only 12% of pupils achieved the higher standard across all three subjects, suggesting that while most children are keeping pace, fewer are stretching significantly beyond it.

The Ofsted report from 2023 awarded Good marks for quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision. Parent feedback is overwhelmingly positive. In the most recent Parent View survey, 100% of the 18 respondents would recommend the school, with 78% strongly agreeing that their child is happy there and 67% strongly agreeing that their child feels safe. Every parent agreed that the school makes them aware of what their child will learn and that concerns are dealt with properly. On behaviour, all parents agreed pupils are well behaved, and no one reported that bullying is an issue. The school’s SEND provisions cover specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, speech and language needs, social and emotional mental health support, and other disabilities, though no parents responded to the question about SEND support, so it is difficult to gauge how well these provisions are working in practice.

The school is small, with 101 pupils against a capacity of 105, and it was oversubscribed for the 2025/26 intake, receiving 23 applications for 15 places. All 15 first-preference applicants were offered a spot. Facilities include a library, forest school, ICT suite, music rooms, playing fields and a chapel. Sports on offer include football, cricket, dance, rounders, tennis and cross country, while clubs cover drama, gardening and choir. With a free school meals rate of 23.8%, the school serves a relatively diverse intake. This is a solid, well-regarded village primary that delivers consistent Good outcomes in a small setting. It will suit families who value a close-knit community feel and strong pastoral care, though those prioritising top-tier academic results may want to look at higher-performing schools in the area, such as Little Gaddesden or Harvey Road, which top the local rankings.

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