Cherry Tree Primary School vs Hereward Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 34 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherry Tree Primary School
Watford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
445 students
Hereward Primary School
Loughton · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
445 students
| Measure | Cherry Tree Primary School Watford, East of England | Hereward Primary School Loughton, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 91 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #1274 of 1,872 | #87 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #10454 of 15,697 | #662 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 445 | 445 |
| Pupils on roll | 445 | 445 |
| Free school meals | 23% | 14.5% |
| Capacity filled | 106% | 106% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 48% | 90% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 31% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Watford | Loughton |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.cherrytree.herts.sch.uk/ | www.herewardprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Hereward Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (91.2 vs 38.5).
- •Hereward Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (90% vs 48%).
- •Hereward Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (31% vs 12%).
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cherry Tree Primary School better than Hereward Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Hereward Primary School ranks higher (91.2 vs 38.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cherry Tree Primary School and Hereward Primary School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Watford and Loughton in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cherry Tree Primary School: 445. Hereward Primary School: 445. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cherry Tree Primary School and Hereward Primary School rank in East of England?
Cherry Tree Primary School is 1274th of 1,872 and Hereward Primary School is 87th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).