Watchlytes Primary School
URN: 117348 • Welwyn Garden City AL7 2AZ
Overview
- Name
- Watchlytes Primary School
- URN
- 117348
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 32.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elliott Plumb (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Watchlytes, Welwyn Garden City AL7 2AZ
Summary
Watchlytes Primary School is a community school located in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 222 pupils, with a capacity of 240. The school emphasizes a supportive and nurturing environment, aiming to foster happy, confident learners. Staff and governors are dedicated to maintaining high expectations across all areas of school life, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive.
The curriculum at Watchlytes is designed to promote creativity, curiosity, and collaboration among students. It aims to equip children with the skills and knowledge necessary for success, while also encouraging them to learn from their mistakes. The school actively engages parents in the educational process, with various events such as parent cafes and open mornings, fostering a strong sense of community.
With a focus on inclusivity, approximately 22% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's commitment to supporting all families. Watchlytes Primary School strives to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where both children and parents feel valued and involved in their educational journey.
The curriculum at Watchlytes is designed to promote creativity, curiosity, and collaboration among students. It aims to equip children with the skills and knowledge necessary for success, while also encouraging them to learn from their mistakes. The school actively engages parents in the educational process, with various events such as parent cafes and open mornings, fostering a strong sense of community.
With a focus on inclusivity, approximately 22% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's commitment to supporting all families. Watchlytes Primary School strives to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where both children and parents feel valued and involved in their educational journey.
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Nearby alternatives
- Applecroft School (70.2)
- Applecroft School (66.1)
- Commonswood Primary & Nursery School (65.5)
- Templewood Primary School (62.2)
- The Holy Family Catholic Primary School (61.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 222
- Boys
- 114
- Girls
- 108
- FSM %
- 22.00
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2022-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 222 | 114 | 108 | 240 | 22.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 222 | 114 | 108 | 240 | 22.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 222 | 114 | 108 | 240 | 22.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 222 | 114 | 108 | 240 | 22.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 234 | 119 | 115 | 240 | 23.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 224 | 109 | 115 | 240 | 21.30 |
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