Fearnhill School
URN: 117504 • Letchworth SG6 4BA
Overview
- Name
- Fearnhill School
- URN
- 117504
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Letchworth Garden City Education Partnership
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 46.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tim Spencer (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01462621200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Icknield Way West, Letchworth SG6 4BA
Summary
Fearnhill School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 601 pupils and a capacity of 1,055. The school is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment, where every student feels a sense of belonging. The ethos of the school emphasizes strong relationships, high expectations for behaviour, and academic achievement, supported by dedicated and knowledgeable teachers.
The school has recently been awarded the School of Sanctuary title, recognising its efforts to foster a culture of welcome and solidarity for those seeking safety from conflict or persecution. This accolade highlights Fearnhill's commitment to inclusivity and community support, making it the first school in Hertfordshire to receive this recognition.
Fearnhill School prioritises high-quality teaching and aims to help students achieve their full potential through a well-rounded curriculum. The school actively engages with parents and the community, hosting events such as pastoral evenings and study skills sessions to support student development and well-being. For more information, visit their website at http://www.fearnhill.herts.sch.uk/.
The school has recently been awarded the School of Sanctuary title, recognising its efforts to foster a culture of welcome and solidarity for those seeking safety from conflict or persecution. This accolade highlights Fearnhill's commitment to inclusivity and community support, making it the first school in Hertfordshire to receive this recognition.
Fearnhill School prioritises high-quality teaching and aims to help students achieve their full potential through a well-rounded curriculum. The school actively engages with parents and the community, hosting events such as pastoral evenings and study skills sessions to support student development and well-being. For more information, visit their website at http://www.fearnhill.herts.sch.uk/.
Useful links
- School Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (sen)
- Reporting Absence (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- School calendar (calendar)
- Fearnfile & Careerfile (calendar)
- Fearnfile & Careerfile (calendar)
- Head’s Blog (calendar)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
- Sixth Form Prospectus (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Norton School (45.2)
- The Willian School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Letchworth Garden City Education Partnership
- Capacity
- 1055
- Pupils
- 601
- Boys
- 311
- Girls
- 290
- FSM %
- 37.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 601 | 311 | 290 | 1055 | 37.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 596 | 305 | 291 | 1055 | 36.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 516 | 264 | 252 | 1055 | 30.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 516 | 264 | 252 | 1055 | 30.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 503 | 255 | 248 | 1055 | 26.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 475 | 244 | 231 | 1055 | 19.70 |
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