Dame Alice Owen's School

URN: 136554 • Potters Bar EN6 2DU

Overview

Name
Dame Alice Owen's School
URN
136554
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
DAME ALICE OWEN'S SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
80.7 / 100
Dame Alice Owen's School building in Potters Bar

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Hannah Nemko (since 2025) , Head
Telephone
01707643441
Website
Visit Dame Alice Owen's School website
Address
Dugdale Hill Lane, Potters Bar EN6 2DU
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Summary

Dame Alice Owen's School, located in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,468 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,416. Established under the Dame Alice Owen Foundation, which dates back to 1613, the school is committed to providing a supportive educational environment that promotes excellence and lifelong learning. The ethos of "The Owen's Way" reflects the school's dedication to opportunity, community, and academic achievement.

The curriculum at Dame Alice Owen's School is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including arts, sciences, and modern languages, alongside a robust extracurricular programme. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and student wellbeing, ensuring that all pupils receive the support they need to thrive both academically and personally.

Dame Alice Owen's School has been recognised for its outstanding academic results, including being named the best non-selective state sixth form in the country by The Telegraph. The school fosters a sense of community through various initiatives, including the Owen's School Association, which engages alumni and supports school activities.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
DAME ALICE OWEN'S SCHOOL
Capacity
1416
Pupils
1468
Boys
730
Girls
738
FSM %
3.70
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1468 730 738 1416 3.70
2024-09-11 1479 732 747 1416 3.60
2023-09-11 1447 713 734 1416 3.90
2022-09-11 1447 713 734 1416 3.90
2021-09-11 1449 703 746 1416 3.90
2020-09-11 1440 689 751 1416 3.60

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