Robert Barclay Academy
URN: 143131 • Hoddesdon EN11 8JY
Overview
- Name
- Robert Barclay Academy
- URN
- 143131
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SCHOLARS' EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ced de la Croix (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01992410800
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cock Lane, Hoddesdon EN11 8JY
Summary
Robert Barclay Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 792 students and a capacity of 940. The academy is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, encouraging students to achieve their potential through a diverse curriculum and a range of extracurricular activities. The school places a strong emphasis on the arts, as evidenced by events such as the Creative Arts Summer Exhibition.
The academy promotes a sense of community through various initiatives, including house systems named after notable figures, which aim to instil values of leadership and achievement among students. Additionally, Robert Barclay Academy actively engages with parents and the local community, offering open mornings and information evenings to facilitate a smooth transition for prospective students.
With 22.8% of students eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to providing support for all learners. The school’s ethos centres on collaboration, respect, and personal growth, ensuring that every student is valued and encouraged to contribute positively to the school community. For more information, visit their website at www.robertbarclayacademy.co.uk.
The academy promotes a sense of community through various initiatives, including house systems named after notable figures, which aim to instil values of leadership and achievement among students. Additionally, Robert Barclay Academy actively engages with parents and the local community, offering open mornings and information evenings to facilitate a smooth transition for prospective students.
With 22.8% of students eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to providing support for all learners. The school’s ethos centres on collaboration, respect, and personal growth, ensuring that every student is valued and encouraged to contribute positively to the school community. For more information, visit their website at www.robertbarclayacademy.co.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- The John Warner School (45.2)
- The John Warner School (39.7)
- Sheredes School (35.2)
- The John Warner School (33.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SCHOLARS' EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 940
- Pupils
- 792
- Boys
- 414
- Girls
- 378
- FSM %
- 22.80
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 792 | 414 | 378 | 940 | 22.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 758 | 395 | 363 | 940 | 22.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 662 | 344 | 318 | 940 | 22.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 662 | 344 | 318 | 940 | 22.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 633 | 322 | 311 | 940 | 21.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 610 | 299 | 311 | 940 | 15.40 |
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