Monk's Walk School
URN: 138632 • Welwyn Garden City AL8 7NL
Overview
- Name
- Monk's Walk School
- URN
- 138632
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- MONK'S WALK SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matt Grinyer (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01707322846
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Knightsfield, Welwyn Garden City AL8 7NL
Summary
Monk's Walk School, located in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a strong emphasis on academic excellence and high-quality pastoral care. With a student population of 1,436, the school aims to prepare students for life beyond education by fostering essential skills and character traits through its MONKS Character Habits framework. This approach encourages students to be motivated, adaptable, and respectful, while also promoting resilience and cooperation within a diverse community.
The curriculum at Monk's Walk is designed to provide a well-rounded education that goes beyond traditional academic subjects. The school prioritises social, moral, spiritual, and cultural education, helping students engage with ethical issues and appreciate the diversity of British culture. This holistic approach ensures that students are not only academically prepared but also equipped to contribute positively to society.
Monk's Walk School maintains high expectations for student behaviour and conduct, fostering an environment where hard work and respect are paramount. The school community is committed to supporting students in their personal and academic growth, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
The curriculum at Monk's Walk is designed to provide a well-rounded education that goes beyond traditional academic subjects. The school prioritises social, moral, spiritual, and cultural education, helping students engage with ethical issues and appreciate the diversity of British culture. This holistic approach ensures that students are not only academically prepared but also equipped to contribute positively to society.
Monk's Walk School maintains high expectations for student behaviour and conduct, fostering an environment where hard work and respect are paramount. The school community is committed to supporting students in their personal and academic growth, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
Useful links
- Most Able and SEND Support (sen)
- School Calendar (What's On) (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Stanborough School (63.0)
- Sir Frederic Osborn School (51.1)
- Ridgeway Academy (45.2)
- Monk's Walk School (45.2)
- Stanborough School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- MONK'S WALK SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1430
- Pupils
- 1436
- Boys
- 751
- Girls
- 685
- FSM %
- 18.50
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1436 | 751 | 685 | 1430 | 18.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1421 | 784 | 637 | 1430 | 16.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1375 | 735 | 640 | 1377 | 13.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1375 | 735 | 640 | 1377 | 13.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1343 | 704 | 639 | 1341 | 11.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1339 | 719 | 620 | 1341 | 10.00 |
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