Edge Grove School
URN: 117601 • Watford WD25 8NL
Overview
- Name
- Edge Grove School
- URN
- 117601
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 35.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Richard Stanley (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01923855724
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Cross, Watford WD25 8NL
Summary
Edge Grove School, established in 1935, is an independent coeducational preparatory school located in Watford, Hertfordshire. Catering to children aged 3 to 13, the school prides itself on providing a child-centred education that fosters academic, co-curricular, and pastoral independence. With a current enrolment of 396 pupils and a capacity of 525, Edge Grove aims to create an inclusive environment where children from diverse cultural backgrounds can thrive.
The school emphasizes personal integrity, confidence, and independence, equipping students with essential skills for future success. Edge Grove offers a broad curriculum alongside various extracurricular activities, ensuring that each child can explore and develop their unique talents. The school maintains strong relationships with local senior schools, supporting students as they transition to the next stage of their education.
Edge Grove School is committed to nurturing the individuality of every child within a warm and welcoming community. The school encourages active participation and celebrates the achievements of all its pupils, creating a vibrant atmosphere where learning and personal growth are prioritised.
The school emphasizes personal integrity, confidence, and independence, equipping students with essential skills for future success. Edge Grove offers a broad curriculum alongside various extracurricular activities, ensuring that each child can explore and develop their unique talents. The school maintains strong relationships with local senior schools, supporting students as they transition to the next stage of their education.
Edge Grove School is committed to nurturing the individuality of every child within a warm and welcoming community. The school encourages active participation and celebrates the achievements of all its pupils, creating a vibrant atmosphere where learning and personal growth are prioritised.
Useful links
- Board of Governors (governance)
- Moving Up to the Senior Department (sen)
- Senior Department (Age 11-13) (sen)
- Learning (sen)
- Leavers’ Destinations (sen)
- Preparation for Senior Schools (sen)
- The Edge Grove Diploma (sen)
- Year 7 and 8 (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Colnbrook School (68.5)
- Chessbrook Education Support Centre (67.7)
- High Elms Manor School (63.0)
- Garston Manor School (55.5)
- International Stanborough School (55.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 525
- Pupils
- 396
- Boys
- 260
- Girls
- 136
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1938-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 396 | 260 | 136 | 525 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 428 | 264 | 164 | 525 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 497 | 309 | 188 | 525 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 497 | 309 | 188 | 525 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 526 | 318 | 208 | 525 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 524 | 322 | 202 | 525 | 0.00 |
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