The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 55.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018
- The school is at capacity (151% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
84%
+22.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
33%
+25.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
110
+4.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
110
+5.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
110
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
55.4
11.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
64%
22.0pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
49%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.28
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 171 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 144 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,561
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 10.4%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Trust
- THE LAUREL EDUCATION TRUST
- Head
- Rachel Kirk and Mike Moss (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Mangrove Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8AJ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmAbel Smith School
Primary · 360m away
Richard Hale School
Secondary · 591m away
Morgans Primary School & Nursery
Primary · 922m away
Mill Mead Primary Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Duncombe School
Independent · 1.3km away
Bengeo Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Hertford Heath Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 2.0km away
Hollybush Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Simon Balle All-Through School a selective school?
No. Simon Balle All-Through School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Simon Balle All-Through School's Ofsted rating?
Simon Balle All-Through School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in April 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Simon Balle All-Through School?
Simon Balle All-Through School currently has 1,561 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Simon Balle All-Through School take?
Simon Balle All-Through School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Simon Balle All-Through School?
Simon Balle All-Through School is in Hertford, SG13 8AJ, in the Hertfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Simon Balle All-Through School have a sixth form?
Yes, Simon Balle All-Through School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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