Monk's Walk School

URN: 117536 • Welwyn Garden City AL8 7NL

Overview

Name
Monk's Walk School
URN
117536
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Knightsfield, Welwyn Garden City AL8 7NL

Summary

Monk's Walk School, located in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a capacity of 1,341 students. The school is dedicated to academic excellence and provides a supportive environment that fosters personal development. It emphasizes high standards of behaviour and conduct, encouraging students to work diligently and engage positively within the school community.

The school's educational ethos is centred around developing students' MONKS Character Habits, which align with the Hertfordshire Skills Framework for Employability. This approach aims to prepare students for life beyond school by promoting qualities such as motivation, adaptability, and respect. Additionally, Monk's Walk School prioritises a well-rounded education, offering a comprehensive social, moral, spiritual, and cultural curriculum that encourages students to reflect on their beliefs and appreciate diversity.

Monk's Walk School also values strong pastoral care, ensuring that students receive the support they need to thrive academically and personally. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, hosting events such as open evenings and workshops to foster collaboration and communication.

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Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1341
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2012-08-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1341
2024-09-11 1341
2023-09-11 1341
2022-09-11 1341
2021-09-11 1341
2020-09-11 1341

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