# Townsend Church of England School — St. Albans, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

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

## Contact

- **Address:** High Oaks, St. Albans, Hertfordshire
- **Phone:** 01727 853047
- **Website:** http://www.townsend.herts.sch.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/st-albans/townsend-church-of-england-school-7173

## About

Townsend Church of England School is committed to delivering the best possible education for our students. We provide a safe and calm learning environment where every person matters, where no child is left behind and where every child has the opportunity to succeed.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Dec 2014
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Dec 2014

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Fantastic School: I'm so impressed with Townsend Church of England School. The facilities are top-notch and the teachers are supportive and knowledgeable. My child has thrived here and I love the emphasis on 'Love Your Neighbour' - it's a great way to teach empathy and compassion. *(Sep 2023)*
- **4/5** — Mixed Feelings: My child is still relatively new to Townsend, but I have mixed feelings about the school. The facilities are great and the teachers seem nice, but I'm not sure about the level of academic challenge. I'm hoping they'll settle in and do well, but so far it's been a bit of a rocky start. *(Feb 2023)*
- **5/5** — Excellent Education: My child attended Townsend a few years ago and I was blown away by the education they received. The House System is a great way to promote teamwork and friendship, and the pastoral care is second to none. I'm so grateful for the opportunities they had here. *(Jul 2022)*

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