Richard Hale School
URN: 139873 • Hertford SG13 8EN
Overview
- Name
- Richard Hale School
- URN
- 139873
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- RICHARD HALE SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Hawkins (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01992583441
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hale Road, Hertford SG13 8EN
Summary
Richard Hale School, located in Hertford, is a secondary academy for boys with a current enrolment of 1,209 students and a capacity of 1,218. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to embody the values of respect, ambition, and commitment. The ethos of "Learning with Virtue" underpins the school's mission, promoting character development and a positive contribution to society.
The school emphasizes high academic standards and personal growth, encouraging students to aim for their full potential. Richard Hale School provides a range of extracurricular activities and support systems to enhance the educational experience, ensuring that each student feels valued and engaged in school life. The recent Ofsted report highlighted the strong sense of pride and support within the school community, which contributes to a caring atmosphere conducive to learning.
For parents seeking a well-rounded education for their sons, Richard Hale School offers a comprehensive curriculum alongside opportunities for personal development and community involvement. The school is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for every student, ensuring their well-being and success.
The school emphasizes high academic standards and personal growth, encouraging students to aim for their full potential. Richard Hale School provides a range of extracurricular activities and support systems to enhance the educational experience, ensuring that each student feels valued and engaged in school life. The recent Ofsted report highlighted the strong sense of pride and support within the school community, which contributes to a caring atmosphere conducive to learning.
For parents seeking a well-rounded education for their sons, Richard Hale School offers a comprehensive curriculum alongside opportunities for personal development and community involvement. The school is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for every student, ensuring their well-being and success.
Useful links
- Board of Trustees (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- CALENDAR (calendar)
- Music Development Plan (download)
- Complaints Procedure (download)
- Behaviour for Learning (download)
- Elective Home Education (download)
- Parents Handbook (download)
- Admissions Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Richard Hale School (45.2)
- Simon Balle School (45.2)
- The Sele School (45.2)
- The Sele School (42.1)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- RICHARD HALE SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1218
- Pupils
- 1209
- Boys
- 1140
- Girls
- 69
- FSM %
- 9.20
- Open date
- 2013-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1209 | 1140 | 69 | 1218 | 9.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1217 | 1141 | 76 | 1218 | 8.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1203 | 1140 | 63 | 1229 | 6.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1203 | 1140 | 63 | 1208 | 6.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1190 | 1126 | 64 | 1116 | 6.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1169 | 1100 | 69 | 1116 | 4.80 |
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