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School Values & Ethos

World-Class Ambitions

Our ambition is to provide a world-class educational environment for our community. We have the highest aspirations for all students and will ensure they achieve the best possible outcomes through outstanding teaching, an engaging curriculum and quality care and support.

Ready To Succeed : Aspiration - Courtesy - Integrity - Resilience - Respect

Our students will develop resilience, will be aspirational for their own futures and be ready for the many challenges they will face in modern society. We have a clear expectation for our students to behave well, show respect and courtesy whilst acting with integrity, so that they grow as confident individuals, responsible citizens and successful independent learners. Well-equipped for higher education and employment, our students will develop leadership skills and be ambitious for their future career goals.

Accomplish Through Effort

As a fully inclusive academy within our community, we are committed to the principle of a ‘growth mindset’ in that, no matter where one starts from, great accomplishments are possible through dedication and effort. We believe that all barriers can be overcome through our determination to succeed and the learning strategies we employ.

Achievement For All

We respect and value all members of our community, ensuring a safe, happy and secure learning environment to foster high self-esteem for all. As lifelong learners, Hertswood Academy staff are role models for our students, continually developing their own practice and inspiring the community to aim high and achieve excellence.

Achieve Excellence

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🏆 Congratulations to 's Year 13 graduates of 2024 and our excellent Sixth Form Team, teachers and support staff. Thanks to their hard work, last year’s Year 13 results were in the top 25% in the country for progress! pic.twitter.com/663GNnnU1j
@ HertswoodUK - Jan 30, 2025
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This year’s Holocaust Memorial Day marks 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz. Today is a time to remember the 6m Jewish and other victims and stand together against antisemitism and hatred. Thank you to for hosting this evening’s event in Borehamwood. pic.twitter.com/LzByEsSlns
@ HertswoodUK - Jan 28, 2025
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🎄 Well done Tyler (Year 10) on showing his commitment to Christmas spirit on non-uniform day today at ! 🌟 pic.twitter.com/qoIbDiBJ8p
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 20, 2024
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❄🏃‍♂️🎨🐶 From sporting to creative achievements, there's been something for everyone this term at . We've seen students excel in studies, participate in exciting extracurriculars, and give back to the community. See our wrap-up of the term at https://t.co/qTGLyUxXYy. pic.twitter.com/rtNA8o2puc
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 20, 2024
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🏆 's end-of-term awards assemblies were a true celebration of hard work and dedication. Congratulations to the many students who received nominations! Special shout-out to the the Student of the Term winners. Their commitment to academic excellence is commendable. 🌟 pic.twitter.com/mmJqr07Uxy
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 19, 2024
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✨🎄⛄ The Year 7 DT club at has been embracing festive cheer this term, working on fantastic Christmas ornaments and decorations, including some particularly impressive light-up baubles. pic.twitter.com/1NA7R6zFRB
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 19, 2024
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❄🎄🐶 has been filled with festive cheer this week, thanks to resident canine companions, Riley and Ada, sporting their adorable Christmas jumpers! pic.twitter.com/byJHQesP11
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 19, 2024
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🖌️✨ The animal artwork from ’s Year 11 just keeps coming! We couldn't resist sharing another batch of photos from their incredible canvas creations this term. 🐋🦓🦌🐱 pic.twitter.com/giyoa0RRkn
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 17, 2024
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🎨🦁 Year 11 did an outstanding job with their Animal Canvas outcomes this term. They've each chosen an animal and, taking inspiration from some of the greats, created their own masterpieces.#Hertswood is bursting with pride at their amazing talent and commitment! ✨ pic.twitter.com/OploNLgK1b
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 17, 2024
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🎤🎼👏 Well done to all the students who performed or helped out this week at 's Christmas Arts Evening! Amazing to see Y7-Y12 students showcasing their skills & enthusiasm in dance, singing & band performances. 🤩 pic.twitter.com/y1Ip9QXKdt
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 13, 2024
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🐕🎄 School dog Ada has been spreading festive cheer this week, sporting her Christmas jumper and leg-warmers in lessons and at lunchtime at , and as usual bringing smiles to students and staff alike! pic.twitter.com/OUVgiWjf8V
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 12, 2024
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🌲🍎🛠 Great work by 's Year 7 DT Club on their tree project, working with Styrofoam modelling, papier-mâché, various finishing techniques, and of course painting and decoration. In 2025 the dedicated students will begin work on digital design and physical modelling. pic.twitter.com/xTDvpdmMHL
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 05, 2024
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🥇🌊 Last half-term, Y7-12 students took part in the District Swimming Gala for the first time! They performed brilliantly, with the junior boys team even managing to win the overall event. pic.twitter.com/mc2Mue781U
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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📷🍓🍋 This week, Year 11 Photographers at studying 'The Force of Nature,' worked in the studio to capture fresh fruit and sparking water with some impressive and eye-catching outcomes. 💬 Miss Spary, Head of Photography pic.twitter.com/BdYnZ8JdQ3
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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🥇 Congratulations to 's students on their excellent performance at District Cross Country! The Y9 boys team achieved a remarkable 1st place victory. Excellent results also for the Y8 boys (3rd) & Y10 girls (4th), earning us an impressive overall 4th place finish. pic.twitter.com/lGcXeuCCB0
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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📷🎃 Congratulations to Eren (Year 12) on his winning entry in 's 'Spooky Halloween' photo challenge! With Guy Fawkes Night coming soon, our students have been tasked with submitting their best photograph of fireworks 🎆 -- we look forward to seeing what they produce! pic.twitter.com/O3Hd9bYZzA
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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📷🎃 Congratulations to Eren (Year 12) on his winning entry in 's 'Spooky Halloween' photo challenge! With Guy Fawkes Night coming soon, our students have been tasked with submitted their best photograph of fireworks 🎆 -- we look forward to seeing what they produce! https://t.co/Bfps5UmOB4
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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@ HertswoodUK - Nov 14, 2024
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📷☀ Other fantastic examples from the more than 70 submissions to ’s September Sunset photo challenge! Well done to everyone who took part. pic.twitter.com/UZEaegsmrB
@ HertswoodUK - Oct 16, 2024
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📷☀ Congratulations to Buthmi (Year 9) on winning 's first Photo Challenge of 2024-25 -- to capture a September Sunset! pic.twitter.com/9xKRgMpj6S
@ HertswoodUK - Oct 16, 2024
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