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United Kingdom — Hertfordshire

Haileybury College

Hertford, SG13 7NU — 20 miles north of London
GCSEIGCSEA-LevelIB Diploma
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Ages11 – 18

Haileybury College is a GCSE / IGCSE / A-Level / IB Diploma school in Hertford, United Kingdom. Founded in 1920. It serves 916 students for students aged 11–18.

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Location & Getting There

Hertford, SG13 7NUOpen in Maps
20 miles north of London

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1920
Year Founded
916
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available

Key Details

Curricula Offered
GCSEYes
IGCSEYes
A-LevelYes
IB DiplomaYes
Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

All relevant standards are met. The school demonstrates effective leadership and governance, a broad and balanced curriculum with excellent co-curricular opportunities, and strong safeguarding arrangements. The primary area for improvement is ensuring consistent application of SEND support strategies across all teachers.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Effective leadership and governance enables a safe and inclusive learning environment
The co-curricular and academic enrichment programme is a significant strength of the school
Nurturing pastoral system with strong support for pupils
Teachers use good subject knowledge and plan well-structured lessons
Results at GCSE and A level typically above the national average and positive IB outcomes
Boarding provision meets National Minimum Standards for boarding schools
Safeguarding embedded throughout the school culture
Areas for Development
Ensure that teachers consistently use strategies and adapt their teaching to effectively support pupils who have SEND
View Full ISI Report (2025-10-07)

Key facts

Founded
1920
Ages
11–18 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
916
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Haileybury is a leading independent co-educational boarding and day school situated on 500 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, 20 miles north of London. The school offers GCSEs, IGCSEs, A-levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma, recognized as the best UK fully co-educational IB independent school in 2024. With two-thirds of its 930 students as boarders, the school emphasizes pastoral care, excellent teaching, and diverse co-curricular opportunities.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

Co-educational boarding excellence, IB Diploma programme, 500-acre grounds, exceptional pastoral care, diverse co-curricular activities including climbing, scuba diving, and filmmaking

Student Life

House System

House system with Housemasters and Housemistresses

Houses
13

Facilities & Programmes

Co-Curricular
Climbing
Scuba diving
Filmmaking
Model United Nations

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
1118
Student Body
Boarding capacity600

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Religious Affiliation

Church of England

Awards & Recognition

Best UK fully co-educational IB independent school 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

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