# Richard Hale School — Hertford, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Headteacher

## Contact

- **Address:** Hale Road, Hertford, SG13 8EN
- **Phone:** 01992 583441
- **Website:** http://www.richardhale.herts.sch.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/hertford/richard-hale-school-14934

## About

At Richard Hale, our mission is clear: to guide every student towards a future where they embody respect, ambition, and commitment. We instil in our students the values of ‘Respect for Others’, encouraging them to be individuals of character who not only respect the community, but also strive to contribute positively to society. We foster a culture of Aiming High, ensuring that every student reaches their full potential.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Jul 2024
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Nov 2011
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jul 2024
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Nov 2011
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jul 2024
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Jul 2024
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Jul 2024

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Excellent School Experience: I've been truly impressed with Richard Hale School since my child joined the year 7 class. The facilities are top-notch, and the staff are very supportive. What I love most is the emphasis on respect, ambition, and commitment - these values are evident in every aspect of the school. My child is thriving here! *(Jun 2022)*
- **4/5** — A Good School with Some Room for Improvement: My child is still new to Richard Hale School, but I've noticed some positive changes since they joined. The school's commitment to respect, ambition, and commitment is genuinely evident, and the staff are trying hard to ensure every child feels welcome. However, I do feel that the communication from the school could be better, and I've experienced a few minor issues with the SIMS Parent app. *(Jan 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Great Education with Fantastic Results: My children attended Richard Hale School several years ago, and I can confidently say that they received an excellent education. The school's focus on academic achievement, combined with the excellent teachers and facilities, helped my children to excel. I'm grateful for the strong foundation they received and the fantastic results they achieved. *(Mar 2021)*

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