Townsend Church of England School

URN: 117555 • St Albans AL3 6DR

Overview

Name
Townsend Church of England School
URN
117555
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anthony Flack (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01727853047
Website
Visit
Address
High Oaks, St Albans AL3 6DR

Summary

Townsend Church of England School is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in St Albans, Hertfordshire. With a current enrolment of 756 pupils, the school has a capacity for 853 students, reflecting a commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. The school’s ethos is rooted in its Christian foundation, promoting values such as respect, integrity, and community engagement.

The curriculum at Townsend is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, encouraging academic achievement alongside personal development. The school prioritises a holistic approach to education, offering various extracurricular activities that enhance students' social skills and personal interests. Additionally, Townsend provides support for students eligible for free school meals, with 24.4% of the student body benefiting from this provision.

Located in a vibrant community, Townsend Church of England School fosters strong relationships with parents and local organisations, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavours. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
853
Pupils
756
Boys
397
Girls
359
FSM %
24.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 756 397 359 853 24.40
2024-09-11 779 416 363 853 22.90
2023-09-11 764 419 345 853 18.20
2022-09-11 764 419 345 853 18.20
2021-09-11 746 403 343 853 17.00
2020-09-11 682 365 317 853 15.70

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