Samuel Ryder Academy
Samuel Ryder Academy is a all-through located in Hertfordshire, AL1 5AR. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 4 to 19. It currently has approximately 1,556 pupils on roll.
Samuel Ryder Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: All-through
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 4 to 19
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Hertfordshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1520
Number of Pupils: 1556
Number of Boys: 846
Number of Girls: 710
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 17.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-06
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: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Outstanding
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Good
Sixth Form Provision: Outstanding
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2022-09-26
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Gauthier
Phone: 01727859382
Website: www.samuelryderacademy.co.uk
Location: Drakes Drive
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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 Samuel Ryder Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Samuel Ryder Academy?
Samuel Ryder Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Samuel Ryder Academy admit?
Samuel Ryder Academy admits pupils from age 4 to 19.
Is Samuel Ryder Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Samuel Ryder Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Samuel Ryder Academy?
Samuel Ryder Academy is a academy sponsor led offering all-through education.
What is the crime rate near Samuel Ryder Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Samuel Ryder Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Samuel Ryder Academy?
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