Schools & Nurseries

Local Schools

Where our children spend most of their week and how they are being educated is a decision which should take some serious consideration. We have put together this list of suggestions to make your life a little bit easier. Many local schools and nurseries offer free tours so please go and visit your choice options before making that final important decision.

St Helen’s Church of England Primary School Welcome to St Helen’s Church of England VA Primary School. Our ethos is expressed in our vision statement: “God will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them”We work together to understand, show and share God’s love. Adults and children act with honesty and kindness, appreciate each other’s differences and love their neighbours. We strive to approach all learning with a positive attitude, a sense of collaboration and a desire to achieve. This vision statement is at the heart of everything we do at St. Helen’s. Our most recent OFSTED inspection (December 2018) described St Helen’s as ‘a calm, welcoming and vibrant community .... where pupils are proud to serve their peers.’ Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, St Albans AL4 8AN. 01582 832106 www.sthelens.herts.sch.uk/herts/primary/sthelens

Beech Hyde Primary School & Nursery We are a vibrant learning community It’s a great pleasure, as Headteacher of this wonderful school, to welcome you to Beech Hyde Primary School and Nursery. We pride ourselves in creating a stimulating environment that helps our children to progress academically, socially, emotionally and physically to their maximum potential. Beech Hyde School, Nurseries Rd, Wheathampstead, St Albans AL4 8TP. 01582 832661 www.beechhyde.herts.sch.uk/ St. Albans High School Prep It is my great privilege to be Head of this amazing School and its vibrant community of ambitious young people, caring and talented staff and supportive alumni and parents. At STAHS, we keep our aims simple: we concentrate all our efforts on providing a safe and nurturing environment in which our pupils can work and learn together, where they are always challenged to think beyond the curriculum and for themselves, and where aspiration and drive are balanced with kindness and generosity of spirit. Codicote Rd, Wheathampstead, St Albans AL4 8DJ. 01582 839270 www.stahs.org.uk/

Aldwickbury School Aldwickbury School is an independent Pre-Prep and Prep School for boys aged 4-13 located on the outskirts of Harpenden, Hertfordshire. The breadth of opportunities on offer at Aldwickbury is something we are incredibly proud of. The boys are challenged and engaged academically but also benefit from a wideranging co-curricular programme making full use of our extensive grounds and facilities. The school offers boys of all abilities a myriad of exciting opportunities to develop their confidence and unearth their talents in the arts, STEM, on stage, in music and on the sports field. The journey through the school prepares the boys to leave at 13 when we believe they are truly ready for senior school education. Wheathampstead Rd, Harpenden AL5 1AD. 01582 713022 www.aldwickbury.org.uk/

St George’s School St George’s is a non-selective day and boarding school. Our School is a unique and special place. Founded on a Christian ethos; dynamic and exciting to be part of; friendly, caring, and challenging in equal part, it is an excellent environment to receive what we consider to be an outstanding holistic education. Sun Ln, Harpenden AL5 4TD. 01582 765477 www.stgeorges.herts.sch.uk/

Harpenden Academy Harpenden Academy is part of Scholars’ Education Trust which is a Multi Academies Trust of 5 local schools. This is a large learning community that functions in what is best described as a large family. Each school in the Trust retain their identities but the central DNA of the Trust is shared across all the schools in a “brother/sister” relationship. We work closely together and we are a large happy family. Vaughan Rd, Harpenden AL5 4EQ. 01582 716910 www.harpendenacademy.co.uk/

Sir John Lawes School Welcome to the Sir John Lawes School. For over 80 years Sir John Lawes School has been delivering an outstanding education for all students in our care and I hope within these pages you will discover something of how we combine the best of traditional values with the very latest in teaching methods and technologies Manland Way, Harpenden AL5 4QP. 01582 760043 www.sjl.herts.sch.uk/ Fountain Montessori Pre Montessori classrooms and materials encourage curiosity and discovery. Your child will progress at the pace that is unique and perfect for them. In a patient, kind and nurturing environment, children learn to take responsibility for their growth, both academic and emotional. Through everyday activities, children learn coordination and dexterity, how to take care of themselves and their environment, and how to interact with others. As they dress, clean, ask for help, and participate in the classroom, they develop self-esteem and independence. 77 Holywell Hill, St Albans AL1 1HF. 020 3904 7493 www.fountainmontessori.com/

Oaklands College We have over 300 courses across all levels to ensure you leave college career ready. From full time courses and apprenticeships for school leavers to HND’s and foundation degrees for adult learners and everything in-between; you are bound to find the course for you. Together with our industry standard, state-of-the-art facilities and highly experienced staff, we will help you find your future. Oaklands College Hatfield Road Oaklands, St Albans AL4 0JA. 01727 737000 www.oaklands.ac.uk/