The Hemel Hempstead School
URN: 117500 • Hemel Hempstead HP1 1TX
Overview
- Name
- The Hemel Hempstead School
- URN
- 117500
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neil Hassell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Heath Lane, Hemel Hempstead HP1 1TX
Summary
The Hemel Hempstead School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,297 pupils and a capacity of 1,299. Established nearly ninety years ago, the school is committed to fostering a supportive community where students feel a sense of belonging. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Esse Quam Videri," meaning "To be, not seem to be," which reflects its focus on authenticity and personal development.
The curriculum at The Hemel Hempstead School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a notable Progress 8 score of +0.24, indicating positive student progress. The school offers state-of-the-art facilities and a unique programme known as the Hemel Hempstead Experience (The HHEx), which enhances student engagement and learning.
The school actively encourages parental involvement and community participation, hosting events such as Open Days and welcome barbecues for new Year 7 parents. With a focus on strong relationships and a positive school culture, The Hemel Hempstead School aims to prepare students for future success in a supportive environment.
The curriculum at The Hemel Hempstead School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a notable Progress 8 score of +0.24, indicating positive student progress. The school offers state-of-the-art facilities and a unique programme known as the Hemel Hempstead Experience (The HHEx), which enhances student engagement and learning.
The school actively encourages parental involvement and community participation, hosting events such as Open Days and welcome barbecues for new Year 7 parents. With a focus on strong relationships and a positive school culture, The Hemel Hempstead School aims to prepare students for future success in a supportive environment.
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Nearby alternatives
- John F Kennedy Catholic School (66.5)
- Longdean School (60.7)
- The Adeyfield Academy (53.6)
- The Astley Cooper School (53.0)
- Laureate Academy (45.9)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1299
- Pupils
- 1297
- Boys
- 655
- Girls
- 642
- FSM %
- 14.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2023-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1297 | 655 | 642 | 1299 | 14.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1297 | 655 | 642 | 1299 | 14.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1259 | 630 | 629 | 1299 | 11.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1259 | 630 | 629 | 1280 | 11.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1255 | 618 | 637 | 1280 | 11.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1193 | 593 | 600 | 1200 | 9.40 |
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