Herschel Grammar School

URN: 137726 • Slough SL1 3BW

Overview

Name
Herschel Grammar School
URN
137726
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
THE SCHELWOOD TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
79.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanne Rockall (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01753520950
Website
Visit
Address
Northampton Avenue, Slough SL1 3BW

Summary

Herschel Grammar School is a mixed secondary academy located in Slough, with a current enrolment of 1,056 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 900. The school prides itself on fostering a warm and vibrant atmosphere built on mutual trust and high academic standards. The ethos of responsibility, success, and care is central to the school's mission, ensuring that each pupil is nurtured to achieve their full potential.

The curriculum at Herschel is designed to provide depth of knowledge and understanding, encouraging a love for learning and independent progression. The school is committed to academic excellence and holistic development, preparing students for the challenges of a rapidly changing world. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the exceptional achievements of pupils and the positive, engaging environment within the school.

Herschel Grammar School actively promotes a strong sense of community, involving learners, parents, staff, and governors in the educational journey. The school offers a comprehensive programme of careers education and various extracurricular activities, fostering personal, social, and emotional growth alongside academic success.

Key details

LA
Slough
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE SCHELWOOD TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
1056
Boys
630
Girls
426
FSM %
6.40
Open date
2012-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Berkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1056 630 426 900 6.40
2024-09-11 1057 617 440 900 6.40
2023-09-11 1080 606 474 900 6.20
2022-09-11 1080 606 474 900 6.20
2021-09-11 1067 594 473 900 5.80
2020-09-11 1044 571 473 900 4.00

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