John F Kennedy Catholic School
URN: 149743 • Hemel Hempstead HP1 2PH
Overview
- Name
- John F Kennedy Catholic School
- URN
- 149743
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 44.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Neves (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01442266150
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hollybush Lane, Hemel Hempstead HP1 2PH
Summary
John F Kennedy Catholic School (JFK) is a mixed secondary academy located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, with a current enrollment of 1,078 students and a capacity of 1,243. The school is committed to fostering both academic excellence and personal development within a supportive and nurturing environment. Guided by Gospel values, JFK aims to inspire students to achieve their full potential while encouraging a spirit of service to others.
The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth of each student. JFK has received recognition for its academic performance, having been awarded the SSAT Educational Outcomes Award for being in the top 20% of non-selective schools nationally. The dedicated staff play a crucial role in challenging and nurturing students' enthusiasm for learning.
As a Catholic institution, JFK integrates its faith-based values into the curriculum, promoting a sense of community and belonging. The school welcomes visitors and encourages prospective families to explore its vibrant educational environment. For more information, please visit their website at http://www.jfk.herts.sch.uk/.
The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth of each student. JFK has received recognition for its academic performance, having been awarded the SSAT Educational Outcomes Award for being in the top 20% of non-selective schools nationally. The dedicated staff play a crucial role in challenging and nurturing students' enthusiasm for learning.
As a Catholic institution, JFK integrates its faith-based values into the curriculum, promoting a sense of community and belonging. The school welcomes visitors and encourages prospective families to explore its vibrant educational environment. For more information, please visit their website at http://www.jfk.herts.sch.uk/.
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- Special Education Needs (SEND) (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News & events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Admissions Policy (other)
- School Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- John F Kennedy Catholic School (66.5)
- The Hemel Hempstead School (65.0)
- Longdean School (60.7)
- The Adeyfield Academy (53.6)
- The Astley Cooper School (53.0)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1243
- Pupils
- 1078
- Boys
- 554
- Girls
- 524
- FSM %
- 13.90
- Open date
- 2023-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1078 | 554 | 524 | 1243 | 13.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1100 | 567 | 533 | 1243 | 11.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1243 |
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