Welwyn, Hertfordshire · Nursery to Sixth Form
An independent all-through school in 40 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire parkland — one place to grow up, nursery to sixth form, known by every teacher at every stage.
Class sizes of around 14 — in the Senior School every year group is taught in three sets of 14, and Sixth Form classes are around 12, not 25–30. No child is lost in the crowd: every child is known, and every child is stretched.
By the numbers
Top 3% nationally for A-Level value added — achieved with children of all abilities, and GCSEs 20% above the national average. It is the difference being genuinely known makes.
Sources: ALPS value-added measures (A-Level & BTEC) and DfE national averages, 2025.
Where our students go
Excellent results matter — but where they take a child matters more. Our 2025 leavers progressed to:
Value-added measured against national averages (ALPS / DfE), 2025. Achieved with children of all abilities.
Explore the school
Forest School, garden play and a gentle start — with an automatic move up to Reception.
Explore →Small classes, specialist teaching and 40 acres of parkland to explore.
Explore →Taught in three sets of 14, with specialist teaching across the curriculum.
Explore →Classes of around 12 and top 3% value added — students reach further than they thought.
Explore →What our parents say
It is the first time in their school careers that we have been able to completely trust the teachers in charge of our children’s education, both academically and pastorally. Both children have come so far. They are truly happy.
For a child who went through a really rough patch and didn’t know how he was going to move forward, to come out the other side has been a massive boost to his confidence. You have created a uniquely supportive environment.
Both prep and senior schools have always offered exceptional support, and our opinions have always been welcomed. We have always felt part of the Sherrardswood family.
Every single child looked to be trying their hardest, excited and confident. It was a great reflection of the attitude of the school, and embodies what we had hoped Sherrardswood would be.
How can we help?
When children get lost in the crowd, confidence can fade. Families come to us with a worry, not a checklist — tell us what’s on your mind, and see how we help.
Top 3% A-Level value added
In sets of around 14, teachers know exactly where each child is and push them on. Our value added — top 3% nationally at A-Level — is what happens when a child is genuinely known.
Book a visitPastoral care woven through every stage
Small classes and strong relationships mean problems are spotted early and children are supported back to themselves — academically and pastorally.
Book a visitMade by Dyslexia accredited · strong SEND provision
A settled, friendly community where every child is known by name. Support is built in, not bolted on, so anxious children can settle and thrive.
More on SENDGCSEs 20% above the national average
Specialist teaching, scholarships and genuine challenge keep able children engaged — stretched, not coasting.
ScholarshipsOne all-through school, 2–18
Children join us at all ages and quickly feel at home — a fresh start in a school that will know them all the way to Sixth Form.
Book a visit40 acres · class sizes around 14
Many of our families move from the state sector. We make the transition simple, and the difference in class size and attention is felt immediately.
Book a visitOur promise
Founded in 1928 and set in 40 acres of parkland around a Grade II listed Georgian mansion, Sherrardswood is an all-through school for children aged 2 to 18 — one place to grow up, known by every teacher at every stage.
Non-selective, and proud of it: our top 3% A-Level value added and GCSEs 20% above the national average are achieved with children of all abilities. It’s what we mean by every child belonging here.
An all-through, co-educational school for ages 2 to 18 — Nursery, Prep, Senior and Sixth Form. Join at Nursery and stay to A-Level without changing schools.
No. We are non-selective and proud of it — top 3% value added and GCSEs 20% above the national average, achieved with children of all abilities.
Day rates from £89 per day, government-funded hours accepted; half or full days, with 1pm or 3:20pm pick-ups.
Yes — every Nursery child moves up into Reception automatically, with a supported transition.
Academic, sport, music and drama at Year 7 and Sixth Form, assessed in June. Year 7: Thursday 11 June 2026; Sixth Form: Friday 26 June 2026.
Yes — Made by Dyslexia accredited, with strong SEND provision throughout the school. More on SEND →
Every day is an open day. Private weekday visits — call 01438 714282 or book a visit.
Lockleys, Welwyn, Hertfordshire AL6 0BJ — serving Welwyn, WGC, Hertford, Hatfield and surrounding villages, with minibus routes.
Come and see for yourself
Book a private weekday visit at a time that suits you — no pressure, no obligation. Call 01438 714282.
