State School
#38 in Best Primary Schools in East Hertfordshire
Furneux Pelham Church of England School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Furneux Pelham Church of England School
Work here? Update your school profile
Furneux Pelham Church of England School
- Primary
- Furneux Pelham SG9 0LH
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Foundational Skills: Children start to learn phonics as soon as they join Reception class.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils do well in reading, writing, and mathematics; almost all reach at least the expected standard.
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum for subjects other than English and mathematics needs clearer planning and sequencing.
Performance in Maths & Reading: By the time they leave the school, almost all pupils reach at least the expected standard in these subjects.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders ensure that disadvantaged pupils have the support and resources they need.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very well, classrooms are calm and orderly, and pupils are courteous and respectful.
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision for pupils with SEND is strong; leaders know individual needs well and ensure the curriculum meets those needs.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school has a strong safeguarding culture; staff are well-trained to notice signs of abuse or neglect.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and staff deal with it quickly; however, systems and record-keeping need improvement.
Parental Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinion on the school or find out what others think.
Parent Feedback: A small proportion of parents are concerned about how the school deals with bullying.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers educational visits, visitors to the school, and residential trips.
Outdoor Facilities: Younger children enjoy ‘welly walks’ in the surrounding countryside.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders and teachers have high expectations; teachers give pupils challenging and interesting work.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils make strong progress throughout the school.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Furneux Pelham Church of England School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 88 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 68% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Furneux Pelham Church of England School
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the Furneux Pelham Church of England School
I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to you at Furneux Pelham C of E Primary School. We take great pride in the positive, caring environment that permeates our school, and we think that the strong bonds and high levels of concern that all members of the school community share are the foundation of our longstanding legacy of excellent standards. Our school is completely dedicated to helping each kid reach their best potential in a well-organized, encouraging, and loving Christian atmosphere. Along with academic excellence, our kids ought to acquire a hunger for information and a love of education. We want to help the kids grow and mature into young adults with good self-esteem who are prepared to take their place in the world and realise their full potential throughout their time with us by giving them the skills and attitudes they need. We are proud to work closely with parents and carers in the child's best interest and cherish the contribution parents can make to the school since we are aware that education works best when there is a solid collaboration between home and school. The students at Furneux Pelham School are eager students who put in a lot of effort to meet the difficulties that their teachers set for them. Although school is demanding and busy, it is also rewarding and enjoyable! Observing us in action is the best, and we enjoy showing guests around. Furneux Pelham School is looking forward to having you and your family visit. You can reach the school by email at [email protected] or at the above address.
Read more
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C
|
B-
|
D-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-9 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.9 | 25.8 | 20 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 109 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 100 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 68% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.95% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 108 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 79% 10 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 29% 12 | 11.98% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 | 96 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 89% 5 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 4 | 11.72% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 95 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 84% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% | 11.43% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.0 | Below Average |
Best Schools 2025
Furneux Pelham Church of England School Rankings
Snobe ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Furneux Pelham Church of England School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1