Hertswood Academy

URN: 138747 • Borehamwood WD6 5LG

Overview

Name
Hertswood Academy
URN
138747
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
HERTSWOOD ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peter Gillett (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02082387200
Website
Visit
Address
Cowley Hill, Borehamwood WD6 5LG

Summary

Hertswood Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,173 pupils and a capacity of 1,861. The academy has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2025, highlighting its effective safeguarding measures and the positive behaviour of its students. The school promotes a culture of high expectations, aiming for excellence in both academic and personal development.

The curriculum at Hertswood Academy is designed to support a wide range of subjects, catering to diverse student interests and aspirations. The school offers various extracurricular activities, encouraging students to engage beyond the classroom and develop essential life skills. Additionally, the pastoral team is dedicated to providing support for students' well-being and academic progress.

Hertswood Academy fosters a strong sense of community, with events such as open evenings and charity initiatives, including a recent Macmillan Coffee Morning. The school values collaboration and encourages parental involvement, contributing to a supportive environment for students to thrive. For more information, visit their website at www.hertswoodacademy.org.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HERTSWOOD ACADEMY
Capacity
1861
Pupils
1173
Boys
644
Girls
529
FSM %
33.10
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1173 644 529 1861 33.10
2024-09-11 1151 616 535 1861 27.30
2023-09-11 1250 653 597 1861 26.40
2022-09-11 1250 653 597 1861 26.40
2021-09-11 1252 658 594 1861 23.90
2020-09-11 1222 638 584 1861 19.80

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