Chater Junior School
URN: 117158 • Watford WD18 0WN
Overview
- Name
- Chater Junior School
- URN
- 117158
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 66.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rajneet Khindey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01923446686
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Addiscombe Road, Watford WD18 0WN
Summary
Chater Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in Watford, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 241 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 240. The school prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, with students from various cultural backgrounds. The core aim of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Making Lives Better," which underscores its commitment to the well-being and development of every child.
The school’s curriculum focuses on providing a well-rounded education that inspires a love of learning while enhancing students' well-being and character. Chater Junior School emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and practical knowledge, preparing students to be lifelong learners and active contributors to society. The school's core values—integrity, resilience, collaboration, and passion—are integral to its ethos and are reflected in daily activities and interactions.
Chater Junior School also prioritises community engagement and support, offering resources and assistance to families through initiatives such as coffee mornings and assemblies. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that each child reaches their full potential in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
The school’s curriculum focuses on providing a well-rounded education that inspires a love of learning while enhancing students' well-being and character. Chater Junior School emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and practical knowledge, preparing students to be lifelong learners and active contributors to society. The school's core values—integrity, resilience, collaboration, and passion—are integral to its ethos and are reflected in daily activities and interactions.
Chater Junior School also prioritises community engagement and support, offering resources and assistance to families through initiatives such as coffee mornings and assemblies. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that each child reaches their full potential in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Newsletter 10th October 2025 (download)
- Newsletter 19th September 2025 (download)
- Newsletter 26th September 2025 (download)
- Newsletter 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Skip to main content (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Holy Rood Catholic Primary School (78.3)
- Holy Rood Catholic Primary School (75.0)
- Nascot Wood Junior School (73.0)
- St Joseph Catholic Primary School (72.7)
- Parkgate Junior School (72.4)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 241
- Boys
- 120
- Girls
- 121
- FSM %
- 14.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 241 | 120 | 121 | 240 | 14.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 235 | 109 | 126 | 240 | 13.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 234 | 116 | 118 | 240 | 13.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 234 | 116 | 118 | 240 | 13.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 236 | 113 | 123 | 240 | 11.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 240 | 121 | 119 | 240 | 11.70 |
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