St Albans School
URN: 117647 • St Albans AL3 4HB
Overview
- Name
- St Albans School
- URN
- 117647
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Christian/non-denominational
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joe Silvester (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01727855521
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Abbey Gateway, St Albans AL3 4HB
Summary
St Albans School is an independent boys' school located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 887 pupils and a capacity of 975. The school is known for its strong academic ethos, offering a rigorous curriculum designed to foster intellectual curiosity and personal growth. The educational approach emphasizes a balance between academic excellence and extracurricular activities, encouraging students to develop a well-rounded skill set.
The school provides a supportive environment, with a focus on individual student needs and pastoral care. Teachers are dedicated to nurturing each pupil's potential, offering guidance and support throughout their educational journey. The school community is vibrant, with various clubs, sports, and cultural activities that promote teamwork and social interaction among students.
St Albans School is committed to preparing its students for future challenges, equipping them with the necessary skills and values to succeed in a rapidly changing world. The school's emphasis on character development, alongside academic achievement, ensures that pupils leave with a strong sense of responsibility and integrity. For more information, visit their website at [St Albans School](https://www.st-albans.herts.sch.uk/).
The school provides a supportive environment, with a focus on individual student needs and pastoral care. Teachers are dedicated to nurturing each pupil's potential, offering guidance and support throughout their educational journey. The school community is vibrant, with various clubs, sports, and cultural activities that promote teamwork and social interaction among students.
St Albans School is committed to preparing its students for future challenges, equipping them with the necessary skills and values to succeed in a rapidly changing world. The school's emphasis on character development, alongside academic achievement, ensures that pupils leave with a strong sense of responsibility and integrity. For more information, visit their website at [St Albans School](https://www.st-albans.herts.sch.uk/).
Useful links
- Senior Leadership Team and Governors (governance)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Teaching and Learning Blogs (calendar)
- Versa magazine (calendar)
- Voices newsletter (calendar)
- Sports Fixtures (calendar)
- Our Admissions Process (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Third Form Admissions (13+ entry) (other)
- Welcome to Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Heathlands School (67.0)
- Watling View School (56.6)
- St Luke's School (55.8)
- Links Academy (50.8)
- Batchwood School (46.8)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 975
- Pupils
- 887
- Boys
- 828
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1980-09-30
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 887 | 828 | 59 | 975 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 909 | 838 | 71 | 975 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 879 | 820 | 59 | 975 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 879 | 820 | 59 | 930 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 890 | 823 | 67 | 930 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 862 | 786 | 76 | 930 | 0.00 |
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