Parmiter's School
URN: 117576 • Watford WD25 0UU
Overview
- Name
- Parmiter's School
- URN
- 117576
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nick Daymond (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- High Elms Lane, Watford WD25 0UU
Summary
Parmiter's School is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in Garston, Watford, Hertfordshire, with a capacity of 1,392 students. The school has its roots in the 1681 Will of Thomas Parmiter, evolving from a boys' grammar school in Bethnal Green to its current co-educational format since 1977. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Nemo sibi nascitur," reflecting a commitment to community service and mutual support.
The school aims to provide a broad education that enables students to reach their full potential while fostering a disciplined and supportive environment. Parmiter's School prioritises respect for individuality, social responsibility, and personal development, encouraging students to cultivate integrity, resilience, and creativity. The curriculum is designed to inspire a love of learning and promote independent work habits.
Admissions for Parmiter's School require families to complete an application through the Local Authority and an online supplementary information form. Open mornings are available for prospective students, with the next main Open Day scheduled for June 2026. The school maintains strong ties with its historical roots and the Old Parmiterians Society, fostering a sense of community among current and former students.
The school aims to provide a broad education that enables students to reach their full potential while fostering a disciplined and supportive environment. Parmiter's School prioritises respect for individuality, social responsibility, and personal development, encouraging students to cultivate integrity, resilience, and creativity. The curriculum is designed to inspire a love of learning and promote independent work habits.
Admissions for Parmiter's School require families to complete an application through the Local Authority and an online supplementary information form. Open mornings are available for prospective students, with the next main Open Day scheduled for June 2026. The school maintains strong ties with its historical roots and the Old Parmiterians Society, fostering a sense of community among current and former students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Watford Grammar School for Boys (80.4)
- Watford Grammar School for Girls (79.3)
- Saint Michael's Catholic High School (74.2)
- Parmiter's School (71.7)
- Watford Grammar School for Boys (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1392
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-06-30
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1392 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1392 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1392 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1392 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1392 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1392 |
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