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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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students loved watching London Mavericks vs. Nottingham Forest netball before half-term! 🏐 From the fan zone to a thrilling 57-48 Mavericks win, it was an amazing day. Even got a picture with the team! ✨ pic.twitter.com/q7dXYJJhgJ
@ HertswoodUK - Jun 06, 2025
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Huge congratulations to 's Sixth Form Senior Team for 2025-26! The students navigated a rigorous selection process, including nominations, applications, and impressive presentations to every year group. ✨ We are excited to see their positive impact on our community! pic.twitter.com/bJVksFutCI
@ HertswoodUK - Jun 06, 2025
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@ HertswoodUK - Jun 06, 2025
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🤍🙏 Our thanks for the overwhelming support in our fundraising for Herts Mind Network. We smashed our target and set aim to a new goal of £5,000, with our Headteacher revisiting a track with an impromptu video! Please donate at https://t.co/DrzZAUll5bhttps://t.co/3on8cmMSob
@ HertswoodUK - May 29, 2025
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🏆 DOUBLE CHAMPS! 🏆 Huge congratulations to 's Year 9 boys' football team! Already District Champions, they played a thrilling match at Watford FC's Vicarage Road, winning 4-2 on penalties! What an achievement! pic.twitter.com/xvC3D3m0ez
@ HertswoodUK - May 23, 2025
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📸🍬 's Year 9 Photography students are serving up some incredible food photography! From pasta to sweets, they're mastering creative compositions & vibrant colours. So impressed with their creativity! ✨ pic.twitter.com/HI0xQTSwH0
@ HertswoodUK - May 23, 2025
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chemists tackled the UK Chemistry Olympiad! 🧪⚛️ We are very proud of our six A-Level students who independently prepared and excelled in this challenging competition. Developing real-world problem-solving skills! pic.twitter.com/DiOmQ8GQ6a
@ HertswoodUK - May 22, 2025
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Headteacher, Peter Gillett, launched 's summer fundraiser for Herts Mind Network. With his song 'Summertime Eyes' he shares a powerful and personal message of hope. 👇https://t.co/lcCSi6OR63
@ HertswoodUK - May 22, 2025
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📸✈️ Incredibly proud of Nandor (Year 9) who showcased his photography skills during VE Day in Central London earlier this month! He perfectly captured the memorial flyby, making excellent use of a fast shutter speed to get some fantastic shots. pic.twitter.com/2PRcjilLhg
@ HertswoodUK - May 21, 2025
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🎉🐶🐾 Happy 2nd Birthday, Ada! Our school dog had a barking good time at her birthday party, surrounded by students and staff! Lots of gifts, treats, music, and play. She brings so much joy to ! pic.twitter.com/DG0A3uw76F
@ HertswoodUK - May 21, 2025
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With Ofsted grading the Academy 'Good' in all areas 🏅, and our best set of GCSE and Sixth Form outcomes, was delighted to receive a letter of recognition from Hertsmere MP, Sir . We thank Sir Oliver for his longstanding support of our school. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/kphVYtW9I6
@ HertswoodUK - May 08, 2025
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3D Design success! 🚀 's new A-Level course has seen amazing creativity and hard work. Students explored digital and traditional media, plus modelling with various materials. Fantastic final presentations! Excellent work. 🎉👏 pic.twitter.com/pFVx82UBF2
@ HertswoodUK - May 08, 2025
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👍 More from ’s fantastic 2025 Ofsted report! This is a significant achievement and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire Hertswood community. pic.twitter.com/5NfLHVlnIA
@ HertswoodUK - May 02, 2025
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🌞 We are delighted to announce that has been graded as Good in all areas by our Ofsted inspection last term! Many thanks to our students, staff, parents, governors, and the entire Hertswood community. 🙏 More at https://t.co/qTGLyUyvO6. pic.twitter.com/GzCCv39NG2
@ HertswoodUK - May 02, 2025
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🎉 's Spring Term was packed! Sporting wins, inspiring speakers, creative art, and celebrations of student success. Find the full wrap-up article at https://t.co/qTGLyUxXYy. Summer Term, here we come! ☀️ pic.twitter.com/7dILYj2BtS
@ HertswoodUK - Apr 04, 2025
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🚀 's Year 10 stars shone at Cambridge's Language & Science challenge! Russian decoding, space hotels in French, & teamwork galore. Proud of their awards and future-forward insights! ✨ pic.twitter.com/C78JsmpOga
@ HertswoodUK - Apr 03, 2025
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🌟 Spring Term Awards Assemblies at celebrated amazing student achievements in Courtesy, Aspiration, and more! Huge congratulations to all winners, especially our Students of the Term! Certificates, House Points, and Easter treats for all. pic.twitter.com/tkIIeQop1p
@ HertswoodUK - Apr 03, 2025
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🏉 Year 8's Rugby 7s debut this half term! Very proud of their grit & skill against three tough teams. Close matches, impressive enthusiasm. Massive thanks to Tabards RFC! 💪 pic.twitter.com/YyaX8ntspv
@ HertswoodUK - Apr 03, 2025
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📸 Huge congratulations to alum Elliot Legg! He won 1st place in https://t.co/GPHDQBU5gM's Young Photographer competition. Judges praised his 'intriguing shot.' We're so proud! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/6APQloiIrZ
@ HertswoodUK - Mar 31, 2025
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More behind-the-scenes at Dance Live! 2025 with 's fantastic performers! 🏆🏅👍 pic.twitter.com/LdxQWvladT
@ HertswoodUK - Mar 14, 2025
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