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Stanborough Secondary School

Stanborough Park
"Dominus Magister Ludi Nostri<br />(Latin: God is the Master of our school)"
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Ages11 – 18

Stanborough Secondary School is an international school in Watford, United Kingdom. Founded in 1957. It serves 70 students for students aged 11–18.

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Location & Getting There

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Est. 1957
Year Founded
70
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available

Key Details

Accreditations
BSA

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

Stanborough Secondary School meets all Independent School Standards across leadership and management, quality of education, pupils' physical and mental health, social and economic education, and safeguarding. The school demonstrates clear aims and values embedded throughout the curriculum, with pupils showing high levels of self-confidence and mutual respect. Areas for improvement include ensuring exam results are consistently available to parents, improving consistency of teaching challenge in all lessons, and providing timely and detailed post-16 qualification guidance.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Clear aims and values embedded in curriculum and school activities
Curriculum suited to ages, prior attainment and needs of pupils including those with SEND
Most lessons well planned with clear success criteria
Pupils demonstrate high levels of self-confidence and mutual respect for peers and adults
Spirituality successfully woven through all aspects of school life
Assessment and feedback support progress effectively as pupils consistently act on advice given
Warm and constructive relationships between teachers and pupils
Robust culture of safeguarding throughout the school
Effective anti-bullying strategy with minor conflicts addressed promptly
Well-trained staff who understand how to support pupil safety with empathy and care
Areas for Development
Ensure that the school's recent examination results are consistently made available to parents of current and prospective pupils
Ensure that in all lessons teachers consistently enable pupils to develop self-motivation, interest and the skill to think and learn for themselves
Ensure that detailed qualification-specific advice with regards to post-16 options is delivered in a timely manner
In some lessons, teachers do not challenge pupils sufficiently, resulting in limited pupil engagement and progress
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Key facts

Founded
1957
Ages
11–18 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
70
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Stanborough School is dedicated to providing young people with a safe and nurturing environment, in which they will learn to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes. The mission is to assist all students in creating meaningful and balanced lives, developing as lifelong learners and stewards, and productively serving a world in need of their gifts.

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

Why Families Choose

Safe and nurturing environment, ethical and moral development, focus on lifelong learning and stewardship

Student Life

Houses
ShaftesburyLivingstoneGrenfell

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
11 – 18

School Background

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Frequently Asked Questions

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