The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Boys only.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 10.1 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Christian/non-denominational school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- This is a boys-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
10.1
33.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.21
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
26% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Boys
- Character
- Christian/non-denominational
Numbers
- Pupils
- 887
- Capacity
- 91%
Governance
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Head
- Mr Joe Silvester (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Abbey Gateway, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4HB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMuriel Green Nursery School
Nursery · 471m away
Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School
Primary · 647m away
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
Primary · 753m away
Alban City School
Primary · 851m away
St Albans Independent College
Independent · 854m away
St Peter's School
Primary · 876m away
St Columba's College
Independent · 915m away
Maple Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend St Albans School?
St Albans School currently has 887 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does St Albans School take?
St Albans School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is St Albans School?
St Albans School is in St Albans, AL3 4HB, in the Hertfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does St Albans School have a sixth form?
Yes, St Albans School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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