Harpenden primary schools deliver exceptional results, 100% of schools are rated Good or Outstanding—well above England's 82%—and 88% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths compared to 62% nationally. 40% achieve the higher standard, five times the England average of 8%, reflecting the area's strong academic culture. Roundwood Primary School, Harpenden, Wood End School, and High Beeches Primary School are among the highest-performing options, with families across this sought-after Hertfordshire town benefiting from consistently excellent provision. With 15 schools serving Harpenden, parents find welcoming, community-focused environments with outstanding academic foundations. Filter by Ofsted rating or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | High Beeches Primary School | State | Primary | 5-11 years | Mixed | None | 9.6/10Elite |
State • Primary • 5-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Crabtree Infants' School | State | Primary | 4-7 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
State • Primary • 4-7 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | Crabtree Junior School | State | Primary | 7-11 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
| #7 | Harpenden Academy | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | 7.6/10Excellent |
| #8 | The Grove Junior School | State | Primary | 7-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
| #9 | St Nicholas CofE VA Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7/10Good |
| #10 | The Lea Primary School and Nursery | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
| N/A | St Hilda's School, Harpenden | Independent | Primary | 2-11 years | Girls | None | 10/10Elite |
| N/A | The Grove Infant and Nursery School | State | Primary | 3-7 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
| N/A | The King's School, Harpenden | Independent | All-through | 4-16 years | Mixed | Christian | - |
State • Primary • 7-11 years
State • Primary • 4-11 years
State • Primary • 7-11 years
State • Primary • 4-11 years
State • Primary • 3-11 years
Independent • Primary • 2-11 years
State • Primary • 3-7 years
Independent • All-through • 4-16 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 | Manland Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | 7.5/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Roundwood Primary School, Harpenden | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 3-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #11 | Sauncey Wood Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | St Dominic Catholic Primary School | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | Catholic | 10/10Elite |
State • Primary • 3-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | Wood End School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
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