It’s always reassuring to know your children are in good hands, so how well have local schools performed in recent Ofsted inspections?

In the last few months the watchdog has published eight reports for primary schools within five miles of Watford.

The findings have mainly been positive but some areas of concern have also been highlighted.

Here is a list of the recent primary school reports published by the school watchdog:

St Anthony’s Catholic Primary School

Inspected in September 2021, the report was published on December 1 last year.

The school was previously considered ‘outstanding’ when it was inspected 15 years ago and it was downgraded to ‘good’.

It was stated the school is “a vibrant, happy place where pupils thrive” where pupils have “high ambitions for their futures” and “feel safe”.

To read the full report, visit: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50173134

Newberries Primary School

Inspected in November 2021, the Radlett school had its report published on December 14.

It kept its ‘good’ rating during the routine inspection, but inspectors said there is enough evidence the grade might not be as high in the next full inspection.

But it was noted that pupils are polite and well mannered, they enjoy their time and learning.

To read the full report, visit: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174033

Bushey and Oxhey Infant School

Inspected in December 2021, the report was published on February 4.

The school retained it’s ‘good’ rating in a routine check-up, but inspectors did note that it “might not be as high” if a full inspection was carried out.

However it was said the school is a “caring place” for pupils where children are enthusiastic to learn.

To read the full report, visit: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50177042

Oxhey Wood Primary School

Inspected on January 12, the report was published on February 7.

It continues to be a ‘good’ school as children are “well looked after” are well-aware of the “High expectations” of behaviour from staff.

To read the full report, visit: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50177177

Bromet Primary School

Inspected on January 12, the report was published on February 11.

It continues to be a ‘good’ school as pupils were said to be “welcoming, friendly and polite”. Their behaviour is said to be “excellent” and it was said the children want to do well.

To read the full report, visit: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50177529

Radlett Lodge Schools

Inspected on January 24, the Radlett school had its report published on March 10.

The residential school, which is run by the National Autistic Society was found to be ‘good’.

It was said staff are “ambitious” for the children and have “excellent knowledge” of children’s individual communication needs.

To read the full report, visit: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50178952

Warren Dell Primary School

Inspected on January 25, the report was published on March 11.

The school not only maintained its ‘good’ rating, but inspectors said there is enough evidence for it to be ‘outstanding’ in the next full inspection.

Read the Watford Observer report.

Stanborough Primary School

Inspected on February 1, the report was published on March 21.

The school has already addressed the recent visit to the paper, as it retains an ‘inadequate’ rating despite two follow-ups since March 2019.