Beechfield School

URN: 117094 • Watford WD24 5TY

Overview

Name
Beechfield School
URN
117094
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Roach (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Gammons Lane, Watford WD24 5TY

Summary

Beechfield School is a mixed community primary school located in Watford, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 399 pupils and a capacity of 450. The school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to be kind, work hard, and love learning. The ethos is centered around developing confident individuals and responsible citizens through a supportive culture that values effort, resilience, and collaboration.

The curriculum at Beechfield is designed to be rich, purposeful, and creative, aiming to inspire a lifelong love of learning among students. The school promotes a positive atmosphere where achievements are celebrated, and personal responsibility is instilled. Additionally, the school implements a house system named after notable local figures, which promotes a sense of community and friendly competition through various activities.

Beechfield School also prioritizes e-safety, ensuring that students are equipped with the knowledge to navigate online environments safely. The school actively engages with parents to provide resources and information, fostering a strong partnership between home and school to support children's educational journeys.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
450
Pupils
399
Boys
188
Girls
211
FSM %
9.30
Open date
Close date
2018-02-28
Last Ofsted
2013-02-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 399 188 211 450 9.30
2024-09-11 399 188 211 450 9.30
2023-09-11 399 188 211 450 9.30
2022-09-11 399 188 211 450 9.30
2021-09-11 399 188 211 450 9.30
2020-09-11 399 188 211 450 9.30

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