Lanchester Primary School
URN: 140954 • Watford WD17 3HD
Overview
- Name
- Lanchester Primary School
- URN
- 140954
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DANES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matt Morey (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01923224160
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hempstead Road, Watford WD17 3HD
Summary
Lanchester Primary School is a mixed free school located in the heart of Watford, Hertfordshire. With a current enrolment of 334 pupils and a capacity of 390, the school serves a vibrant community and is housed in a distinctive listed building, making it a notable landmark in the town centre. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment that fosters curiosity and creativity among its students.
The curriculum at Lanchester Primary is designed to engage learners across various subjects, with recent highlights including explorations in English, art, and environmental awareness. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to develop their skills through hands-on activities and collaborative projects. Support for students is a priority, with a focus on individual learning needs and the promotion of school values.
Lanchester Primary also values community involvement, offering regular school tours and events that invite parents and local residents to participate in school life. This connection to the community enriches the educational experience and helps to create a supportive atmosphere for all students.
The curriculum at Lanchester Primary is designed to engage learners across various subjects, with recent highlights including explorations in English, art, and environmental awareness. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to develop their skills through hands-on activities and collaborative projects. Support for students is a priority, with a focus on individual learning needs and the promotion of school values.
Lanchester Primary also values community involvement, offering regular school tours and events that invite parents and local residents to participate in school life. This connection to the community enriches the educational experience and helps to create a supportive atmosphere for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Holy Rood Catholic Primary School (78.3)
- Holy Rood Catholic Primary School (75.0)
- Nascot Wood Junior School (73.0)
- St Joseph Catholic Primary School (72.7)
- Parkgate Junior School (72.4)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DANES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Capacity
- 390
- Pupils
- 334
- Boys
- 180
- Girls
- 154
- FSM %
- 14.40
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 334 | 180 | 154 | 390 | 14.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 363 | 181 | 182 | 420 | 10.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 332 | 166 | 166 | 420 | 14.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 332 | 166 | 166 | 420 | 14.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 355 | 169 | 186 | 420 | 14.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 294 | 134 | 160 | 420 | 11.90 |
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