The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College

URN: 140786 • Bishop's Stortford CM23 5NJ

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
80.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Cathy Tooze (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01279654127
Website
Visit
Address
Warwick Road, Bishop's Stortford CM23 5NJ

Summary

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College, located in Bishop's Stortford, is an outstanding academy for girls aged 11 to 18, with a current enrolment of 1,450 students. The school prides itself on its mission of "Excellence for All," aiming to provide a high-quality, personalised educational experience that fosters academic success and personal development. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured across all key stages, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future careers.

The school promotes a supportive and nurturing environment, where students are encouraged to develop leadership skills and a passion for learning. With a strong emphasis on co-curricular activities, students engage in various clubs, community service, and international exchanges, which help cultivate their moral integrity and global citizenship. The dedicated staff are committed to stimulating students' interests and helping them achieve their highest potential at GCSE and A Level.

As part of its community-focused ethos, the school is actively fundraising for a community prayer space, demonstrating its commitment to inclusivity and support for all students. The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College continues to build on its century-long tradition of excellence in education.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HERTS & ESSEX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1360
Pupils
1450
Boys
143
Girls
1307
FSM %
5.20
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1450 143 1307 1360 5.20
2024-09-11 1436 151 1285 1360 5.20
2023-09-11 1463 167 1296 1360 4.60
2022-09-11 1463 167 1296 1360 4.60
2021-09-11 1350 119 1231 1360 4.50
2020-09-11 1267 97 1170 1360 3.30

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