Sherrardswood School

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS

Address: Lockleys

Welwyn, AL60BJ
Phone: 1438714282
Website: sherrardswood.co.uk

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 117622
Type: Other independent school
Phase: Independent
Address: Lockleys, Welwyn, AL6 0BJ
Website: www.sherrardswood.co.uk
Age range: 3-19
Gender: Mixed
School status: Open
Capacity: 550 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: Yes
Nursery: Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 502
Special Educational Needs: 7.8% (39 pupils)

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:: 72.2 (+20.2 vs average)
Attainment 8:: 49.2 (+9.7 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 15 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 30; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 502 pupils; 3-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Business Studies:Single (GCE A level)

★★★★★

(8 students)

Economics (GCE A level)

★★★★ ★

(6 students)

Geography (GCE A level)

★★★★ ★

(8 students)

Psychology (GCE A level)

★★★ ★★

(10 students)

Strong performance in 4 subjects

From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Small class sizes and individualised attention Academic excellence Pastoral care and wellbeing Warm, family-like atmosphere Inclusion and support for all abilities (Made by Dyslexia Accreditation in Prep; expanding to Senior School) Kindness and strong manners

Curriculum Highlights

27 A Levels and 3 Level 3 BTEC pathways A wide range of GCSE-to-A Level options, including Further Mathematics, Economics, Psychology, Politics, Sociology, Accounting, Ancient History and Music Technology BTEC Health and Social Care, Applied Science and Sport Enrichment opportunities such as Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, and Sports Leadership Award Bespoke programmes and flexibility for non-traditional academic journeys in the Sixth Form

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club available from 7:30am; After School Care is offered for Pre-school up to 5:30pm (£10.00 per hour) and for Reception to Year 6 up to 6:00pm (£9.00 per hour). School day runs 8:30am–3:30pm. Packages of educational provision are available with learning support beyond Quality First Teaching; details can be provided by contacting Mrs Omer.

SEND Provision

Packages of Educational Provision are available that incorporate learning support above and beyond Quality First Teaching. For details on support for children with EHCPs, contact Mrs Omer.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions begin with a call to the front office to discuss the child and enquiry reason. A tour is then arranged with the Head of Prep (Pre School–Year 6) or the Headmistress (Senior). For Senior tours, the child should attend to meet the Headmistress as part of the process. Following the tour, an interview (Senior) or a trial day (Prep) may be arranged. Offers are made in a timely manner after this stage. Most students join in September, but in-year transfers are possible. Applications from students with EHCPs are accepted, with further information or visits as needed.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available

Nursery and Pre-School (2-4 years): Full Day (8:30am–3:30pm) £85 per session. School charges: Reception–Year 2 £4,991 per term; Year 3–6 £5,995 per term; Year 7–8 £7,252 per term; Year 9–13 £7,834 per term. Wraparound care: Breakfast Club (from 7:30am) £6.00 per session; After School Care, Pre-school (up to 5:30pm) £10.00 per hour; After School Care, Reception–Year 6 (up to 6:00pm) £9.00 per hour. Additional charges for after-school clubs vary by club. See terms and conditions for full details; details on EHCP support packages available on request.