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The Adeyfield Academy
Longlands, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4DE, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
16.7 / 100
Bottom 17%
Better than 17% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
817
Capacity
848
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates a solid commitment to student development, particularly in its GCSE performance, which ranks in the top 94% nationally for Attainment 8. While the percentage of students achieving grade 4 or above in English and Maths is 47%, and 22% reach grade 5 or above, there is room for improvement in university progression rates, with 59% of students moving on to higher education and only 11% attending top-third universities. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for learners, though parents may want to consider the school's relatively low LocaleIQ score, indicating some challenges compared to other institutions in the area.
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Last inspected: 10 January 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 35.1 | Bottom 6% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 47% | Bottom 9% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 22% | Bottom 6% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 40% | Bottom 39% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 17% | Bottom 39% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 59% | Average |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 11% | Below avg |
Based on 27 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British69.4%
White Other7.8%
Asian Pakistani4.4%
Black African3.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.4%
Mixed Other2.0%
Mixed W+Asian1.8%
Asian Other1.7%
Asian Indian1.1%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
Other0.7%
Black Caribbean0.6%
Gypsy/Roma0.4%
Black Other0.2%
Asian Bangladeshi0.2%
White Irish0.1%
Asian Chinese0.1%
Location
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51.75332, -0.44900 · HP2 4DE
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN145430
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.adeyfieldschool.org
Frequently asked questions
What is The Adeyfield Academy rated by Ofsted?
The Adeyfield Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 January 2023.
Is The Adeyfield Academy a good school?
The Adeyfield Academy scores 16.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 17% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at The Adeyfield Academy in GCSEs?
The Adeyfield Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 35.1. 47% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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