Woodfield School
URN: 117682 • Hemel Hempstead HP3 8RL
Overview
- Name
- Woodfield School
- URN
- 117682
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 63.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Marrs-Gant (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01442253476
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Malmes Croft, Hemel Hempstead HP3 8RL
Summary
Woodfield School is a community special school located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, catering to a diverse group of 125 pupils with a capacity of 120. The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Sharing, Caring, Achieving Together," emphasizes the individuality of each pupil and the importance of positive relationships. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and purposeful, focusing on functional skills that prepare students for independent adult life.
The school operates with thirteen classes, each accommodating a maximum of ten pupils, supported by an average of five staff members per class. Facilities include a hydrotherapy pool, sensory rooms, and a soft playroom, enhancing the learning experience. Woodfield School also prioritizes community engagement, offering off-site learning opportunities once a week and fostering strong relationships with families.
Woodfield School is committed to inclusivity and high expectations for all pupils. A dedicated team of therapists and medical staff supports the students, ensuring their unique needs are met. The school values diversity within its community, viewing it as an asset that enriches the educational experience.
The school operates with thirteen classes, each accommodating a maximum of ten pupils, supported by an average of five staff members per class. Facilities include a hydrotherapy pool, sensory rooms, and a soft playroom, enhancing the learning experience. Woodfield School also prioritizes community engagement, offering off-site learning opportunities once a week and fostering strong relationships with families.
Woodfield School is committed to inclusivity and high expectations for all pupils. A dedicated team of therapists and medical staff supports the students, ensuring their unique needs are met. The school values diversity within its community, viewing it as an asset that enriches the educational experience.
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Nearby alternatives
- Roman Fields (68.7)
- Roman Fields Academy (68.7)
- Dacorum Education Support Centre (62.7)
- The Collett School (55.9)
- Haywood Grove School (50.1)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 120
- Pupils
- 125
- Boys
- 83
- Girls
- 42
- FSM %
- 34.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 125 | 83 | 42 | 120 | 34.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 128 | 84 | 44 | 120 | 35.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 122 | 80 | 42 | 120 | 32.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 122 | 80 | 42 | 120 | 32.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 105 | 67 | 38 | 34.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 105 | 64 | 41 | 23.20 |
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