Laureate Academy

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

Hemel Hempstead, HP13DW Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

49

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
49.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.22
English & Maths grade 4+ %
52.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 56.9%
Continue in education or training
47.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 54.0%
Sustained employment
35.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 15.0%
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
20 June 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
Warners End Road
Hemel Hempstead, HP13DW
Phone
1442404333
Website
laureate.futureacademies.org/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
146440
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Warners End Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3DW
Website
https://www.laureate.futureacademies.org/
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
FUTURE ACADEMIES
Capacity
1,235 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
752
Free School Meals
37.4% (281 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.7% (13 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
85.2%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
39.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
54.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
15.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
12.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
15.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
54%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
26 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
12.0%

Key Performance Indicators

EBacc Entry:
33.3 (+13.9 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
47 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
94
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
752 pupils
11-18

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"libertas per cultum (freedom through education)"

Knowledge Aspiration Respect

Head Teacher's Message

The Head of Academy emphasises that every young person has the right to an education that equips them with the skills, knowledge and habits to lead happy, successful lives. The message highlights a mission to ensure every student feels safe, valued and inspired to reach their full potential, with a focus on a knowledge-rich, exciting education and a broad range of opportunities inside and outside the classroom.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Basketball Club Football Club Netball Club Table Tennis Club Trampolining Club Athletics Club Choir Band Rehearsals String Ensemble Woodwind Ensemble Music Theory Sessions Orchestra Music Lessons Year 7/8 Drama Club Year 9+ Production Crew DebateMate Colouring Club Creative Writing Club Crochet Club STEM Club Pride Club Chess Club

Sports

Basketball Football Netball Table Tennis Trampolining Athletics

Facilities

Three-story building housing Science department, Drama, Music, Library, Design and Technology departments, SEN, 6th Form and reception/main entrance Phase Two: new PE block featuring a Sports Hall, Activity studio and Fitness room

Curriculum Highlights

Key Stage 3 subjects: Art and Design Technology, Computer Science, Drama, English, Geography, History, Latin, Mathematics, Modern Foreign Languages, Music, PSHE, Physical Education, Religious Studies, Science Key Stage 4 subjects: English Literature, English Language, Maths, Combined Science, Core PE, PSHE; plus GCSE options including Art, Business Studies, Classical civilisation, Drama, French, Geography, German, History, Latin, Music, PE GCSE, Sociology, Sport Studies CNAT, Religious Education, Triple Science

SEND Provision

Laureate Academy is an inclusive school with high aspirations for all learners. The SEND department works closely with families, teachers and students to support students and help them overcome barriers to learning. All SEND students receive high‑quality teaching in their class. The school uses the ‘Assess, Plan, Do, Review’ model to ensure appropriate, personalised support, and the SEND team collaborates with the behaviour team to ensure reasonable adjustments.

Admissions Criteria

Applications should be submitted through the Hertfordshire Council website. Applications to start in September 2026 must be submitted by 31 October 2025. Online application system opens 1 September 2025. Allocation Day is 2 March 2026. Last date to submit a late application for allocation day is 30 January 2026. In-year admissions details and an appeals process are available via the school’s admissions policies and forms.

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