Compare Knightsfield School and Lakeside School and Links Hatfield Academy

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 not applicable schools: Knightsfield School (Not applicable) in Welwyn Garden City; Lakeside School (Not applicable) in Welwyn Garden City; Links Hatfield Academy (Not applicable) in Hatfield — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Knightsfield School, Lakeside School and Links Hatfield Academy. They are not applicable phase and academy special converter, community special school and academy alternative provision sponsor led type located around Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire and Hatfield. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Knightsfield School), published Feb 2015. The lowest is 2 (Links Hatfield Academy), published Apr 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Links Hatfield Academy (Apr 2024). average roll around ≈ 50, combined total ≈ 200, typical FSM 30–35%, range 20–25%–45–50%; all within the LINKS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Knightsfield School AL8 7LW	Lakeside School AL8 6YN	Links Hatfield Academy AL10 8TJ
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Location	Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 7LW	Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6YN	Hatfield AL10 8TJ
Latest Ofsted	1 13 Feb 2015	1 21 Oct 2013	2 28 Apr 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 0 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	60	105	52
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Hertfordshire (919)	Hertfordshire (919)	LINKS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Website	www.knightsfield.herts.sch.uk	www.lakeside.herts.sch.uk	linksacademyhatfield.co.uk
Telephone	01707376874	01707327410	01707346170
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Knightsfield School

AL8 7LW

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Welwyn Garden City
Hertfordshire
AL8 7LW
Ofsted: 1 13 Feb 2015
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hertfordshire (919)
Website: www.knightsfield.herts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01707376874

Lakeside School

AL8 6YN

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Welwyn Garden City
Hertfordshire
AL8 6YN
Ofsted: 1 21 Oct 2013
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hertfordshire (919)
Website: www.lakeside.herts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01707327410

Links Hatfield Academy

AL10 8TJ

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Location: Hatfield
AL10 8TJ
Ofsted: 2 28 Apr 2024
Pupils: ≈ 0 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: LINKS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Website: linksacademyhatfield.co.uk
Telephone: 01707346170

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.

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