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
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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.

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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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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