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Creswick Academy

Sir John Newsom Way, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4FL

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Dec 2022

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40% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

78.0%

Writing

41.0%

Maths

60.0%

RWM Combined

40.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Our Lady Catholic Primary School

0.38 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Ludwick Nursery School

0.82 km away · Local authority nursery school

Outstanding

Holwell Primary School

0.84 km away · Community school

Good

Peartree Primary School

1 km away · Academy converter

Good

Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School

1.37 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

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About Creswick Academy

Creswick Academy is a primary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 374 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Sir John Newsom Way, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4FL | More schools in Hertfordshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2022 — Requires improvement
Dec 2022 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Creswick Primary & Nursery School)
Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: Creswick Primary & Nursery School)
Feb 2019 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Creswick Primary & Nursery School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Creswick Academy

What is Creswick Academy's Ofsted rating?

Creswick Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Creswick Academy's latest exam results?

Creswick Academy: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Creswick Academy located?

Creswick Academy is a primary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (AL7 4FL).

How many pupils attend Creswick Academy?

Creswick Academy has around 374 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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