Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School is a secondary located in Hertfordshire, AL4 0TT. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Outstanding. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,067 pupils on roll.
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study. It is part of the Archdiocese of Westminster diocese.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Archdiocese of Westminster
Local Authority: Hertfordshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1056
Number of Pupils: 1067
Number of Boys: 629
Number of Girls: 438
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 11.2
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-10
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Outstanding
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes: Outstanding
Personal Development: Outstanding
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Outstanding
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-01-18
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Linnane
Phone: 01727860079
Website: http://www.nbs.herts.sch.co.uk/
Location: Colney Heath Lane
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School
What is the Ofsted rating of Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School?
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School admit?
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School?
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School?
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