Goffs Academy
URN: 137532 • Waltham Cross EN7 5QW
Overview
- Name
- Goffs Academy
- URN
- 137532
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- GENERATIONS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Ellis (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01992661456
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Goffs Lane, Waltham Cross EN7 5QW
Summary
Goffs Academy is a mixed 11-18 comprehensive school located in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of approximately 1,606 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,532. The academy is well-regarded in the local community, receiving over 800 applications annually for its 240 available places. The school prides itself on high academic expectations and a diverse curriculum designed to foster students' strengths and personal development.
The academy places significant emphasis on pastoral support, ensuring that students feel safe, respected, and valued. Each year group is overseen by Directors of Learning, and dedicated Learning Mentors provide one-on-one support. The school also collaborates with Place2Be to offer counselling services. Goffs Academy maintains high standards of behaviour, with a commitment to creating a conducive learning environment.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Goffs Academy's ethos, with students actively participating in local charitable initiatives and events. The school boasts modern facilities, including state-of-the-art science laboratories, arts and technology spaces, and a fitness centre, enhancing the educational experience for all students.
The academy places significant emphasis on pastoral support, ensuring that students feel safe, respected, and valued. Each year group is overseen by Directors of Learning, and dedicated Learning Mentors provide one-on-one support. The school also collaborates with Place2Be to offer counselling services. Goffs Academy maintains high standards of behaviour, with a commitment to creating a conducive learning environment.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Goffs Academy's ethos, with students actively participating in local charitable initiatives and events. The school boasts modern facilities, including state-of-the-art science laboratories, arts and technology spaces, and a fitness centre, enhancing the educational experience for all students.
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- Policy Area (other)
- Sixth Form Admissions (other)
- Admission Policy Consultation - 26-27 (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Sixth Form Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Haileybury Turnford (55.8)
- St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) (49.9)
- Cheshunt School (46.5)
- Goffs - Churchgate Academy (45.2)
- Goffs School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- GENERATIONS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1532
- Pupils
- 1606
- Boys
- 785
- Girls
- 821
- FSM %
- 18.70
- Open date
- 2011-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1606 | 785 | 821 | 1532 | 18.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1599 | 789 | 810 | 1532 | 15.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1540 | 735 | 805 | 1532 | 12.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1540 | 735 | 805 | 1532 | 12.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1527 | 744 | 783 | 1518 | 12.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1472 | 722 | 750 | 1518 | 9.90 |
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