Parmiter's School

URN: 136899 • Watford WD25 0UU

Overview

Name
Parmiter's School
URN
136899
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
PARMITER'S SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
71.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anthony Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01923671424
Website
Visit
Address
High Elms Lane, Watford WD25 0UU

Summary

Parmiter's School is a mixed secondary academy located in Watford, Hertfordshire, with a current enrollment of 1,464 pupils and a capacity of 1,392. Established in 1977, the school has roots dating back to the 1681 Will of Thomas Parmiter, who intended to support education in his community. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Nemo sibi nascitur" (No one is born unto himself alone), reflecting a commitment to community service and mutual support among 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 emphasizes respect for individuality, social responsibility, and personal development, nurturing qualities such as integrity, resilience, and creativity. The curriculum is designed to promote a love of learning and an independent work ethic.

Parmiter's School maintains strong ties with its historical roots in Bethnal Green, London, through the Parmiter's School Foundation and an active alumni community. Admissions for the school require completion of a Local Authority application and a supplementary information form, with key dates for prospective families outlined on the school’s website.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
PARMITER'S SCHOOL
Capacity
1392
Pupils
1464
Boys
770
Girls
694
FSM %
7.70
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2011-09-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1464 770 694 1392 7.70
2024-09-11 1451 758 693 1392 7.20
2023-09-11 1429 753 676 1392 6.20
2022-09-11 1429 753 676 1392 6.20
2021-09-11 1426 746 680 1392 5.20
2020-09-11 1436 736 700 1392 4.50

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