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Watchlytes Primary School

Watchlytes, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 2AZ

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Pupils

158

Ages

3-11

FSM

28.8%

Capacity

240

Ofsted

Inadequate

Sept 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

76.0%

Maths

84.0%

RWM Combined

76.0%

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About Watchlytes Primary School

Watchlytes Primary School is a primary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Inadequate (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 76% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 158 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Watchlytes, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 2AZ | More schools in Hertfordshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2025 — 2024+ framework
Sept 2021 — Inadequate
Sept 2021 — Inadequate (predecessor: Watchlytes Primary School)
Jan 2016 — Good (predecessor: Watchlytes Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Watchlytes Primary School

What is Watchlytes Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Watchlytes Primary School received a Inadequate rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What are Watchlytes Primary School's latest exam results?

Watchlytes Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 76% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Watchlytes Primary School located?

Watchlytes Primary School is a primary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (AL7 2AZ).

How many pupils attend Watchlytes Primary School?

Watchlytes Primary School has around 158 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Watchlytes Primary School with other schools?

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