Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School

About Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School

Hertingfordbury Cowper C of E (VA) Primary School is a one form entry, nursery and primary school situated between Hertford and Welwyn Garden City in the village of Birch Green. Our Christian Vision - 'Rooted in Jesus, growing in wisdom, overflowing with thankfulness' (Colossians 2:7) underpins our Christian ethos, values and all that we do here at Hertingfordbury.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 122 responses • 54.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

96.7% positive 1.6% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

92.6% positive 0.8% negative

My child does well at this school

96.7% positive 0.8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 122 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

10.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

53.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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David K Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"A School That Truly Cares"

Hertingfordbury Cowper has been a fantastic choice for our child. The school's commitment to wellbeing and its support for children's mental health has been a huge blessing. The teachers are all so passionate and dedicated.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 20, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School Experience"

We've been at Hertingfordbury Cowper for 5 years now and I couldn't be happier. The school's emphasis on Christian values and kindness towards others has had a profoundly positive impact on our child. The facilities are excellent and the staff are always so welcoming.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sally T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 10, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

We had a great experience at Hertingfordbury Cowper for our child's first year, but things started to go downhill in the second year. The school's organisation and communication could be improved, but the facilities and staff are still excellent.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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