The King's 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: Elmfield

Ambrose Lane

Harpenden, AL54DU
Phone: 1582767566
Website: thekingsschool.com

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 117650
Type: Other independent school
Phase: Independent
Address: Elmfield, Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4DU
Website: www.thekingsschool.com
Age range: 4-16
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Christian
School status: Open
Capacity: 225 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: No
Nursery: Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 171

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:: 95.5 (+43.5 vs average)
EBacc Entry:: 50.0 (+30.6 vs average)
Attainment 8:: 60.5 (+21.0 vs average)

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 6 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 13; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 171 pupils; 4-16

From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

As a body of believers in Jesus Christ We rejoice that God is supreme over all creation and embrace a Christ-centred worldview. We aim to provide an excellent education, developing our curriculum and teaching so pupils can achieve their full potential. We seek to support parents in the Christian upbringing of their children, preparing them for life outside school and the home. We aim to make our school a place where children can be children, who love their school, enjoy their teachers, laugh and play, discover, design and create, and build life-long friendships. We nurture and encourage our pupils through Biblical teaching and Christian modelling to become joyful learners, creative thinkers and humble servants of God. We seek to function in an atmosphere of mutual love, integrity, respect and forgiveness through the power of the Holy Spirit. We express our love for Jesus Christ in all aspects of education, in all personal relationships, and in how we manage the affairs of the school.

Christian Education invites young people to see and understand the world through the perspective of God’s truth. The Bible becomes the lens through which students view what they are learning. The lens focuses their thinking on ultimate truth—a biblical vision for life where God created and sustains the world, and where history is advancing toward a new creation in which all things are reconciled to God through Jesus. Christian education also informs a Christian way of living where followers are called to Follow Him, in partnership with parents and the school community.

Head Teacher's Message

A very warm welcome to The King’s School, Harpenden. The Headteacher emphasizes a Christian, caring community with God at the centre, small class sizes, personalised learning, outstanding pastoral care, and a strong partnership with parents.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Football Netball Table tennis Basketball Rounders Athletics Swimming

Facilities

on-site MUGA field hall Media Centre (Second-Hand Uniform Shop) Highfield Preschool (at The Oval)

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum is taught from a biblical world view by Christian teachers. Broadly based on the National Curriculum to support progression towards GCSE. GCSE Core subjects: English Language, English Literature, Science (Trilogy or 3 separate sciences), Mathematics, Religious Studies. GCSE Optional subjects: Art & Design, Business Studies, Computer Science, Food Preparation & Nutrition, Spanish, Geography, German, History, Music, PE. Assessment: Year 6 uses Rising Stars assessments; Secondary Years have end-of-year exam week; GCSE courses start in Year 9.

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Bible After School Club on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays for Years 1-4; Sports club after school on Mondays and Thursdays for Years 5-11.

Admissions Criteria

The King's School accepts applications from members of the Christian community from across Christian denominations. Foundation Class (Reception) through Year 6; Secondary School from Year 7 through Year 10 (Year 11 not admitted). No entrance exam; admissions interviews with the Headteacher; benchmarking papers may be used during visits. Bursaries are available for existing pupils in certain circumstances; exceptions may be made for ministers and missionaries.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

Schedule of Fees inclusive of VAT from September 2025 until August 2026; full schedule of 2025/26 fees available by clicking the link.