The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 65.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is at capacity (100% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
65.1
21.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
84%
42.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
65%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.19
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
98%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
97%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 238 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
10% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% 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 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 104 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,592
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 5.3%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Trust
- DANES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Head
- Mr Toby Sutherland (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Chenies Road, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 6EW
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is St Clement Danes School a selective school?
No. St Clement Danes School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is St Clement Danes School's Ofsted rating?
St Clement Danes School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend St Clement Danes School?
St Clement Danes School currently has 1,592 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does St Clement Danes School take?
St Clement Danes School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is St Clement Danes School?
St Clement Danes School is in Rickmansworth, WD3 6EW, in the Hertfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does St Clement Danes School have a sixth form?
Yes, St Clement Danes School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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