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Waterside Academy

Rowans, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1NZ

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Pupils

177

Ages

3-11

FSM

46.4%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

75.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

64.0%

RWM Combined

64.0%

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About Waterside Academy

Waterside Academy is a primary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 64% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 177 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Rowans, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1NZ | More schools in Hertfordshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2022 — Good
Nov 2016 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Rowans Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Waterside Academy

What is Waterside Academy's Ofsted rating?

Waterside Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Waterside Academy's latest exam results?

Waterside Academy: KS2 2024/25: 64% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Waterside Academy located?

Waterside Academy is a primary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (AL7 1NZ).

How many pupils attend Waterside Academy?

Waterside Academy has around 177 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Waterside Academy with other schools?

View Waterside Academy'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.