The Adeyfield Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Hertfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Adeyfield Academy.

Hemel Hempstead, HP24DE Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

46

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
32.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.97
English & Maths grade 4+ %
39.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 32.0%
Continue in education or training
48.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 55.0%
Sustained employment
51.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 24.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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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%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
10 January 2023
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Longlands
Hemel Hempstead, HP24DE
Phone
1442406020
Website
adeyfieldschool.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
145430
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Longlands, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 4DE
Website
http://www.adeyfieldschool.org
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
AMBITION EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
848 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
762
Free School Meals
33.1% (252 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.1% (24 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
88.9%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
32.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
55.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
24.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
7.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
7.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
55%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
29 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
7.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
48 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
95
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
762 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Film / Video / Television Production (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★ ★★★
(6 students)

Strong performance in 1 subject

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning Without Limits"

Compassion Courage Ambition Respect Dignity

Head Teacher's Message

The Adeyfield Academy is a fully inclusive 11-18 mixed academy, part of the Ambition Education Trust, with a focus on Learning Without Limits and high expectations for all students.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Boxing Cheerleading Cookery Club Art Club Drama Dance Music ensembles (singing) Reading Club Board Games Computing Skills Club Eco-Club Spelling Club STEM Club Film Club

Sports

Netball Rugby Rounders Athletics

Facilities

Science laboratories 3G sporting facilities Jubilee Building (opened in 2023) Learning Resource Centre Learning Facilities (as described on site)

Curriculum Highlights

Knowledge-rich curriculum Broad and balanced curriculum Enrichment opportunities (e.g., Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme) Extra-curricular and learning beyond the classroom

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Age 11+ (Year 7 admissions); PAN for Year 7 2025-26 will be 180; Applications should be made via Hertfordshire County Council. Open Evening information and transition details are available on the school's admissions pages.

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