Parkgate Junior School

URN: 117162 • Watford WD24 7DN

Overview

Name
Parkgate Junior School
URN
117162
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
72.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Pipe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01923243905
Website
Visit
Address
Southwold Road, Watford WD24 7DN

Summary

Parkgate Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in North Watford, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 238 pupils and a capacity of 240. The school operates as a two-form entry institution, primarily receiving students from the linked Parkgate Infants School. The school’s ethos is centred on creating a dynamic learning environment where every child is encouraged to discover their potential and achieve academic success, particularly in core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science.

The school places a strong emphasis on the holistic development of each child, promoting not only academic skills but also social and emotional growth through PSHCE lessons and community engagement. Parkgate Junior School is committed to fostering healthy living, evidenced by its ‘healthy school’ status and participation in the local Schools Sports Partnership, which has earned it the ‘Active Mark’ for its focus on sports and fitness.

Additionally, the school benefits from an active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that organises various events to support the school community. The school encourages good attendance, highlighting its importance for academic progress and overall learning experience.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
238
Boys
112
Girls
126
FSM %
13.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 238 112 126 240 13.90
2024-09-11 240 119 121 240 12.90
2023-09-11 236 120 116 240 12.70
2022-09-11 236 120 116 240 12.70
2021-09-11 236 119 117 240 15.30
2020-09-11 239 122 117 240 12.60

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