PrimaryData as of May 2026

Holwell Primary School

Holwell Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3RP

Community school

Pupils

406

Ages

5-11

FSM

32.3%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

86.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

88.0%

RWM Combined

77.0%

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About Holwell Primary School

Holwell Primary School is a primary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 77% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 406 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Holwell Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3RP | More schools in Hertfordshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Holwell Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2023 — Good
Nov 2011 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Holwell Primary School

What is Holwell Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Holwell Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Holwell Primary School's latest exam results?

Holwell Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 77% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Holwell Primary School located?

Holwell Primary School is a primary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (AL7 3RP).

How many pupils attend Holwell Primary School?

Holwell Primary School has around 406 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Holwell Primary School with other schools?

View Holwell Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Hertfordshire.