Roman Fields Academy
URN: 148363 • Hemel Hempstead HP3 0DF
Overview
- Name
- Roman Fields Academy
- URN
- 148363
- Type
- Academy alternative provision converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- JAMES MARKS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 68.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Trevor Orchard (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01442256915
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 11 Box Lane, Hemel Hempstead HP3 0DF
Summary
Roman Fields Academy, located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, serves as an alternative provision academy catering to a mixed-gender cohort of 49 pupils, with a capacity of 40. The academy is dedicated to supporting students with diverse needs, fostering an environment where each pupil can develop confidence, independence, and academic skills. The ethos of the school is centred around collaboration with families and the wider community to unlock positive futures for its students.
The academy has received notable recognition, including an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted in 2019 and the National Autistic Society's Excellence Award in 2018. In 2021, it became part of the James Marks Academy Trust, which aims to expand educational provisions for pupils with complex needs. A new free school is set to open in September 2024, further enhancing the support available for students.
Roman Fields Academy prioritises a tailored curriculum that addresses individual barriers to learning while promoting social skills and personal growth. The school encourages pupils to engage in their interests, achieve qualifications, and prepare for transitions to future educational settings.
The academy has received notable recognition, including an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted in 2019 and the National Autistic Society's Excellence Award in 2018. In 2021, it became part of the James Marks Academy Trust, which aims to expand educational provisions for pupils with complex needs. A new free school is set to open in September 2024, further enhancing the support available for students.
Roman Fields Academy prioritises a tailored curriculum that addresses individual barriers to learning while promoting social skills and personal growth. The school encourages pupils to engage in their interests, achieve qualifications, and prepare for transitions to future educational settings.
Useful links
- Governance portal (governance)
- Governance (governance)
- Aspirational for those with SEND (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Forest House Education Centre Admissions (other)
- Key Information and Policies (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Roman Fields (68.7)
- Woodfield School (63.7)
- Dacorum Education Support Centre (62.7)
- The Collett School (55.9)
- Haywood Grove School (50.1)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- JAMES MARKS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 40
- Pupils
- 49
- Boys
- 23
- Girls
- 26
- FSM %
- 14.00
- Open date
- 2021-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 49 | 23 | 26 | 40 | 14.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 48 | 20 | 28 | 40 | 23.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 39 | 22 | 17 | 40 | 13.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 39 | 22 | 17 | 40 | 13.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 40 |
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