The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 63.7 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- This is a Christian school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
63.7
19.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
77%
34.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
27%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.29
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
96%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Based on 215 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
11% 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, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 112 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Christian
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,362
- Capacity
- 97%
- FSM
- 3.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Trust
- ST GEORGE'S SCHOOL, HARPENDEN ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Andy Ford (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Sun Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4TD
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmManland Primary School
Primary · 419m away
Sir John Lawes School
Secondary · 531m away
St Nicholas CofE VA Primary School
Primary · 675m away
Harpenden Academy
Primary · 725m away
The Lea Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 776m away
St Hilda's School
Independent · 822m away
Crabtree Infants' School
Primary · 1.1km away
Crabtree Junior School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is St George's School a selective school?
No. St George's School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is St George's School's Ofsted rating?
St George's School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend St George's School?
St George's School currently has 1,362 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does St George's School take?
St George's School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is St George's School?
St George's School is in Harpenden, AL5 4TD, in the Hertfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does St George's School have a sixth form?
Yes, St George's School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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