Best Primary Schools in Hertfordshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 401 schools across Hertfordshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

401

Total schools

Outstanding

20%

Outstanding rate

63.8%

Avg KS2 SATs

44.1

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Cunningham Hill Junior School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
🥈	Crabtree Junior School Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
🥉	Skyswood Primary & Nursery School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
4.	Maple Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
5.	Little Gaddesden Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
6.	Harvey Road Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
7.	Round Diamond Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
8.	Field Junior School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
9.	Aston St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
10.	Yavneh Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
11.	Two Waters Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
12.	Hunsdon Junior Mixed and Infant School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
13.	Nascot Wood Junior School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
14.	Applecroft School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
15.	Brockswood Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
16.	Codicote Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
17.	The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans Primary	Good	76	View school
18.	Mandeville Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
19.	Fleetville Junior School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
20.	High Beeches Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Hertfordshire?

There are 401 primary schools in Hertfordshire, of which 82 (20%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Hertfordshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Hertfordshire is Cunningham Hill Junior School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Hertfordshire?

Primary and secondary school applications in Hertfordshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Hertfordshire council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Hertfordshire?

20% of primary schools in Hertfordshire are rated Outstanding and 68% are rated Good. 79.2% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.