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The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College is a Secondary, Girls school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 1483 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
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Your daughter's secondary school decision is very important.
There is strong evidence that girls do best in a single-sex environment.
Herts & Essex has given excellent education for boys and girls between the ages of 16 and 18 for its entire first century.
We are confident that our students will be leaders in any profession, sector of study, or even just personal hobbies they decide to pursue in the future.
The faculty at Herts & Essex presents the children with challenges that catch their interests and improve their thinking both within and outside the classroom, keeping in mind the six school values of compassion and creativity, initiative and independence, resilience and respect.
Therefore, it should come as no surprise that our gifted students frequently experience local and national success in a variety of sports, artistic endeavours, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) competitions.
Our status as a Teaching School, Lead Maths Hub School, and Science Learning Partnership not only provides our students with diverse and stimulating learning opportunities, but also with opportunities to participate in a wide range of volunteer work both locally and abroad. In particular, they support neighbourhood primary schools, work in special schools, and raise thousands of dollars for charities every year.
We are conscious of our place in the world and really appreciate the international focus our school has established.
We want our pupils to grow in moral character and mature into caring citizens of the world.
We are a group of highly dedicated, skilled teachers and support staff who collaborate closely with governors and parents to deliver the finest education possible and establish solid foundations for our kids' prosperous futures.
We regularly evaluate and rev up our exceptional job in an effort to be recognised for the calibre of our work.
Reach for the stars is our school's motto, and we have high expectations for all of our students to leave Herts & Essex as self-assured, well-rounded young men and women who are eager to take their position in society and who are confident in their ability to succeed.
Although I hope you enjoy browsing our website, a visit during one of our Open Evenings is always preferable.
Please take the chance to visit us all and discover for yourself what a beautiful, vibrant, and multifaceted school Herts & Essex is.
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There is strong evidence that girls do best in a single-sex environment.
Herts & Essex has given excellent education for boys and girls between the ages of 16 and 18 for its entire first century.
We are confident that our students will be leaders in any profession, sector of study, or even just personal hobbies they decide to pursue in the future.
The faculty at Herts & Essex presents the children with challenges that catch their interests and improve their thinking both within and outside the classroom, keeping in mind the six school values of compassion and creativity, initiative and independence, resilience and respect.
Therefore, it should come as no surprise that our gifted students frequently experience local and national success in a variety of sports, artistic endeavours, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) competitions.
Our status as a Teaching School, Lead Maths Hub School, and Science Learning Partnership not only provides our students with diverse and stimulating learning opportunities, but also with opportunities to participate in a wide range of volunteer work both locally and abroad. In particular, they support neighbourhood primary schools, work in special schools, and raise thousands of dollars for charities every year.
We are conscious of our place in the world and really appreciate the international focus our school has established.
We want our pupils to grow in moral character and mature into caring citizens of the world.
We are a group of highly dedicated, skilled teachers and support staff who collaborate closely with governors and parents to deliver the finest education possible and establish solid foundations for our kids' prosperous futures.
We regularly evaluate and rev up our exceptional job in an effort to be recognised for the calibre of our work.
Reach for the stars is our school's motto, and we have high expectations for all of our students to leave Herts & Essex as self-assured, well-rounded young men and women who are eager to take their position in society and who are confident in their ability to succeed.
Although I hope you enjoy browsing our website, a visit during one of our Open Evenings is always preferable.
Please take the chance to visit us all and discover for yourself what a beautiful, vibrant, and multifaceted school Herts & Essex is.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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C-
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B
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| Ofset report | - | - | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.5 | 13.2 | 17.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.61 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 65.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 39.23% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 91% | 51.68% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 65% | 30.36% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 50% | 17.89% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 61% | 22.57% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.05 | 3.51 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 90.81% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 160 | 135 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 88.37% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 32.73% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 81% | 48.52% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 1.68% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 5.41% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.07% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.41% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.62 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 6 | 33.34% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 89% 3 | 47.05% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 76% | 29.27% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 37% 12 | 15.54% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% 11 | 21.09% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.56 | 3.25 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 89.37% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 85% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 30.93% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 77% | 47.29% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 1.2% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.52% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.32% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.11% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.77 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 61.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 3 | 34.96% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 92% 5 | 47.77% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 74% | 29.08% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 49% 1 | 16.17% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 67% 11 | 21.85% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.75 | 3.3 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 84.29% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 162 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 74.49% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 11% | 24.6% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 81% | 47.98% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.5% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.68% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.7% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.5% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.75 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 61.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 35.25% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 87% | 49.19% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 68% | 30.85% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 48% | 20.2% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% | 21.91% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 87.55% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 162 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 43.81% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 27.71% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 73% | 48.14% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 0.37% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 2.63% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.21% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.74% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 42.1 | 36.9 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.17 | 35.3 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.7% | 20.26% | 17.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 192 | 180 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 64.63% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.55% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 18.52% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 9.21% | 10.71% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 40.14 3 | 32.57 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.33 1 | 32.16 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.0% | 16.46% | 12.99% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 182 | 182 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 60.54% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.7% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 22.9% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 6.93% | 8.81% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.26 1 | 31.83 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.80 | 31.93 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.2% | 16.88% | 13.27% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 21 | 22.77% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.32% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 13.42% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 2.94% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 36.09 | 30.74 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.33 | 31.86 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.6% | 16.88% | 12.59% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 23 | 31.6% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.49% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 20.42% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 2.54% | 4.25% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 21st Dec 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 20th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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