The Highfield School
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About The Highfield School
The Highfield School is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 978 pupils on roll.
Ofsted has rated The Highfield School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Miles, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.41 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 42.1. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. Additionally, ranked 2463rd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 7 in North Hertfordshire.
On-site facilities at The Highfield School include Theatre, Library, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Basketball, Football, Netball and 6 more, as well as clubs including Newspaper, Coding, Art Club, Gardening and 2 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in North Hertfordshire, The Highfield School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Highfield, Letchworth Garden City, North Hertfordshire, SG6 3QA |
| Headteacher | Lucy Miles |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 978 |
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.41)
2463rd of 3,141
Nationally
285th of 350
In East of England
7th of 7
In North Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
31.8
'22/23
32.4
'23/24
32.0
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Highfield School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Highfield, Letchworth Garden City
North Hertfordshire, SG6 3QA
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