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The Grove Academy

The Grove Academy, Watford
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The Grove Academy

Fourth Avenue, Watford, WD25 9RH

A Good-rated primary school in Watford where 64% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
486
Ages
3-11
FSM
32.3%
Capacity
710
Ofsted
Good
May 2025

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
76.0%
Writing
73.0%
Maths
77.0%
RWM Combined
64.0%

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About The Grove Academy

The Grove Academy is a primary school in Watford, Hertfordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 37 responses), 57% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 64% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 486 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Fourth Avenue, Watford, WD25 9RH | More schools in Hertfordshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Grove Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2025 — Good
  2. Nov 2022 — Requires improvement
  3. Jun 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Grove Academy

What is The Grove Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Grove Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What do parents say about The Grove Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 37 responses): 57% of parents would recommend The Grove Academy.
What are The Grove Academy's latest exam results?
The Grove Academy: KS2 2024/25: 64% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Grove Academy located?
The Grove Academy is a primary school in Watford, Hertfordshire (WD25 9RH).
How many pupils attend The Grove Academy?
The Grove Academy has around 486 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Grove Academy with other schools?
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