Southfield School
URN: 130362 • Hatfield AL10 8NN
Overview
- Name
- Southfield School
- URN
- 130362
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Angela O'Rourke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01707276504
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woods Avenue, Hatfield AL10 8NN
Summary
Southfield School is a community special school located in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 102 pupils, with a capacity of 103. The school is dedicated to supporting children with additional needs, providing a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially. With a significant percentage of pupils (59.80%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to inclusivity and addressing the diverse needs of its community.
The curriculum at Southfield School is tailored to meet the individual requirements of each student, ensuring that they receive the necessary support to progress in their learning. Parents have expressed high levels of satisfaction, noting the positive impact of the school's leadership and the dedication of the staff in fostering a supportive atmosphere. Regular updates on student progress and engaging activities, such as gymnastics and forest school visits, enhance the educational experience.
Southfield School prioritises communication with families, fostering strong partnerships to support each child's development. The school’s ethos revolves around creating a happy and productive learning environment, where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
The curriculum at Southfield School is tailored to meet the individual requirements of each student, ensuring that they receive the necessary support to progress in their learning. Parents have expressed high levels of satisfaction, noting the positive impact of the school's leadership and the dedication of the staff in fostering a supportive atmosphere. Regular updates on student progress and engaging activities, such as gymnastics and forest school visits, enhance the educational experience.
Southfield School prioritises communication with families, fostering strong partnerships to support each child's development. The school’s ethos revolves around creating a happy and productive learning environment, where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
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Nearby alternatives
- University of Hertfordshire (60.2)
- Links Hatfield Academy (49.0)
- Queenswood School (43.4)
- Rhodes Farm School (40.4)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 103
- Pupils
- 102
- Boys
- 77
- Girls
- 25
- FSM %
- 59.80
- Open date
- 1995-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 102 | 77 | 25 | 103 | 59.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 88 | 67 | 21 | 80 | 63.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 83 | 61 | 22 | 80 | 26.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 83 | 61 | 22 | 80 | 26.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 80 | 59 | 21 | 80 | 32.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 80 | 62 | 18 | 80 | 32.50 |
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