Welcome to the Academy

The Adeyfield Academy is a fully inclusive 11-18 mixed academy, set in the heart of the Adeyfield community in Hemel Hempstead.

We are a proud member of the Ambition Education Trust, serving students across ten schools in Hertfordshire. This exciting partnership has helped foster a learning environment which is focused on our shared goals of Learning Without Limits. Collectively, we are committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning achieved through challenge and support, encouragement and praise. We continuously invest in professional development learning opportunities for all staff to ensure that every student is taught by a passionate and knowledgeable subject expert.

As well as working closely with Ambition Education Trust, we also work closely with local families and businesses to serve the community of Adeyfield and Hemel Hempstead by providing an academic, focused, well-rounded education, whilst supporting our students to ensure that all can and do flourish.

The popularity of our school is evident by our growing numbers in Year 7 and 8, alongside the rich curriculum that we have tailored to the needs of our young people. Academic progress is at the heart of our work. Our students thrive on our exciting knowledge-rich and broad, balanced curriculum that will engage and challenge all students, no matter what their starting point. We endeavour to meet the needs of every child and eradicate barriers to their learning to be the best version of themselves.

We begin the day with a morning line up, where uniform and equipment checks take place to ensure there is no loss of learning time in the classroom and high expectation are set from the start of the school day. We deliver personal development profiles each day during tutor time to develop their confidence and resilience. This includes a wider range of interesting and stimulating opportunities such as extensive student leadership roles, Duke of Edinburgh Award and a variety of extra-curricular activities.

We offer a vast range of extra-curricular activities including boxing, cheerleading and cookery club. Students can also participate in creative arts, through singing, music lessons and art club. These activities take place throughout the school day as well as after school to ensure everyone can participate. Moreover, we offer a vast array of educational visits for students to participate in so that friendships and the sense of our school community are deepened.

Our school values underpin all that we do and this approach led to us receiving the School of Character Kitemark, recognising our commitment to developing the whole child; offering an environment where children feel safe and can flourish, regardless of ability. We aim for our students to be courageous, dignified, respectful, compassionate and ambitious. We want them to have good manners, show humility and empathy in their interactions in school and beyond the school gates as well as respect everybody’s unique contributions.

Relationships in the school are thriving and it is clear that the school’s established and widely understood values are providing a solid platform for building future success

We have established a culture of high aspirations and expectations and we hope the Adeyfield Five Star Student develops a keen sense of their responsibility in shaping a better future for themselves and their community. We know that by having high expectations of students there is no limit to what they can achieve. In entrusting the care and education of your child to us, you will be giving them the opportunity to make their own unique contribution to the school and in turn, to draw on all that we offer to make them ready for their journey through life.

We have developed an environment which enables student to focus on learning through our culture and facilities. We have heavily invested in new science laboratories, internal doors, 3G sporting facilities as well as our new Jubilee Building opened in 2023 with classrooms equipped with everything needed for learning to come alive in a modern learning environment.

We place strong importance on our Home School Agreement to ensure that students are recognised for their achievements at home as well as at school. This ensures regular, consistent and specific praise. We show them that they can achieve and instil a sense of responsibility for themselves and others. We value regular contact with parents/carers at all times to support students learning and provide the best pastoral care.

We are incredibly proud of our school and I hope the information on our website gives you some indication of the reasons why. If you require any further information, or if you would like a personal interview and/or a visit to the Academy during a normal working day, we would be more than happy to organise this. Please contact our reception on 01442 406020.

Miss Dawn Mason, Principal

Our Head Student and Sixth Form Leadership Team

Head Student - Harrison A

My name is Harrison, and I’m a Year 12 student at The Adeyfield Academy. I’m currently studying Criminology, Business, and Design Technology. I chose these subjects because I’m really interested in law, policing, and how society works. In the future, I would like a career in law or with the police because I want to make a positive difference in people’s lives and help keep communities safe. I enjoy learning about how the law is made and used, and how organisations work together to make sure things are fair for everyone.
Outside of school, I’m a Sergeant in the Army Cadets. I am one of the highest ranked cadets within an area, and part of my job is teaching and supporting younger cadets aged between 12 and 17. I really enjoy this because I get to share what I’ve learned and help them grow in confidence and skills.
I also volunteer a lot within school, helping out at different events and activities whenever I can. I’m proud to be the Head Student at The Adeyfield Academy. In this important role, I work hard to set a good example and help make positive changes that improve school life for everyone.

Student Executives - Jenna-May B, Sam E, Layla B

Jenna-May

I’m very excited to be a student executive this year and I aim to push students across the school to pursue their ambitions and explore things they haven't considered before.
I currently play cricket for the county and study a range of A level subjects: Maths,Physics and History.
I believe in nurturing interests and skills across a range of academics and extra-curriculars not only to create well rounded students but prepare you for further education and life.

Sam

Hello my name is Sam and I am well-suited for this role because I am friendly and creative and I can think on my feet. I am approachable and I will do my best to achieve my goals for this role and to help The Adeyfield Academy to grow and to improve. Being respectful will also help me to deal with different situations quickly and effectively. I want to help students to learn skills which will stay with them and that they can apply in different scenarios throughout life.

Layla 

For my role as a part of the head student team I will be a good role model for the younger students and help out where I can to help students exceed their goals. Not only helping the students in the younger years but also the school as a whole by helping in open evenings, summer school, and other events that the school holds. I will work alongside the student leadership team to make the school an even better place for teachers and students. I am committed to being approachable and supportive, guiding others in a way that encourages them to push their own limits and exceed their potential.
Ultimately, my goal is to make a meaningful impact, creating an enriching experience for everyone at The Adeyfield Academy. By encouraging participation from everyone, I feel we can build a stronger school community within different clubs where each individual will feel valued and included.
I am looking forward to being a part of this team so I can enhance your school experience and empower you to make a real difference. Being in this role, I can enhance your school experience and empower you to make a real difference for the community around you.