Best 3 Secondary schools in Dacorum – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Ashlyns School (Secondary) in Berkhamsted; Laureate Academy (Secondary) in Hemel Hempstead; The Adeyfield Academy (Secondary) in Hemel Hempstead — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Ashlyns School, Laureate Academy and The Adeyfield Academy. They are secondary phase and foundation school and academy sponsor led type located around Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, Hemel Hempstead and Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Ashlyns School), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Ashlyns School (Nov 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,050, combined total ≈ 3,100, typical FSM 25–30%, range 10–15%–35–40%; spread across trusts such as Future Academies and AMBITION EDUCATION TRUST.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Ashlyns School HP4 3AH	Laureate Academy HP1 3DW	The Adeyfield Academy HP2 4DE
Phase / Type	Secondary • Foundation school	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location	Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3AH	Hemel Hempstead HP1 3DW	Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4DE
Latest Ofsted	2 15 Nov 2023	2 13 Sep 2023	2 2 Mar 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 750 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 800 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1557	1235	848
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective		Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Hertfordshire (919)	Future Academies	AMBITION EDUCATION TRUST
Website	www.ashlyns.herts.sch.uk	www.laureate.futureacademies.org	www.adeyfieldschool.org
Telephone	01442863605	01442404333	01442406020
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Ashlyns School

HP4 3AH

Phase / Type: Secondary • Foundation school
Location: Berkhamsted
Hertfordshire
HP4 3AH
Ofsted: 2 15 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hertfordshire (919)
Website: www.ashlyns.herts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01442863605

Laureate Academy

HP1 3DW

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Hemel Hempstead
HP1 3DW
Ofsted: 2 13 Sep 2023
Pupils: ≈ 750 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Future Academies
Website: www.laureate.futureacademies.org
Telephone: 01442404333

The Adeyfield Academy

HP2 4DE

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Hertfordshire
HP2 4DE
Ofsted: 2 2 Mar 2023
Pupils: ≈ 800 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: AMBITION EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.adeyfieldschool.org
Telephone: 01442406020

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.