St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School

About St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School

St Catherine's School is a church of England primary school that aims to develop independent children who are equipped for the world they are living in. We strive to provide a caring, positive environment where all members of the school community respect one another. Our school is committed to ensuring children master secure knowledge and understanding across the curriculum.

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Key Facts

Founded 2003

Head/Principal Mrs Marlow

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 43 responses • 11.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

55.9% positive 34.9% negative

My child feels safe at this school

39.6% positive 51.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

25.6% positive 65.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

30.3% positive 39.6% negative

My child does well at this school

53.5% positive 34.9% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 43 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

17.3

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

45.0%

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

D

David T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2022

4.0

"Friendly and inclusive school community"

I've been really pleased with St Catherine's School so far. The teachers are all so friendly and welcoming and the school offers a great range of activities and clubs for the kids. My child loves going to school and feels happy and supported.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 20, 2021

5.0

"Lovely school with great values"

I'm so impressed with St Catherine's School. My child has thrived since starting here and loves the hands-on learning approach. The staff are all so supportive and the school's values of love, forgiveness and respect really shine through.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2020

3.0

"Mixed feelings about the school"

I have mixed feelings about St Catherine's School. On the one hand, the staff are all very friendly and the school's focus on mental health and wellbeing is excellent. However, I felt that the school could have been more proactive in helping my child with their specific needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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