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The Purcell School

Other independent school (Hertfordshire).

Pupils
192
on roll
Ofsted
-
no graded judgement
Attendance rate
-
not published
Pupil : Teacher
-
not published
Eligible for free school meals
0.0%
school census 2024/25
SEN support
14.1%
2025/26
Capacity
87%
192 / 220 pupils
register figure (GIAS)
Teacher turnover
-
not published

Location

iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).

About

Patrons and Artists in Association Patrons Royal Patronage of The Purcell School The Purcell School is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as our Royal Patron. The former Prince of Wales became Patron of The Purcell School in March 1985 and, following his accession, has confirmed the continued patronage of the School.

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain's greatest conductors and Purcell Patron Sir Andrew Davis CBE at the age of 80. He is remembered with the fondest respect and admiration by all at The Purcell School. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.

I am very proud to be a Patron of The Purcell School, which provides such excellent opportunities for young musicians to achieve their goals. From my own experience of a specialist musical education, I know that really dedicated musical pupils will flourish in the specialised environment of The Purcell School.

The school's supportive family atmosphere allows pupils to immerse themselves in their musical studies alongside other talented young musicians, and to get closer to the heart of their music.

In the school’s own words, from the school website.

Enrichment

16 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Quiz Night
  • Film Night
  • Jazz and Pop Jam Night
  • Bingo
  • Bowling
  • Cinema Trips
  • Climbing
  • Shopping
  • Nature Trails and Forest Walks
  • Scavenger Hunt
  • 5-aside-football Tournament
  • Rounders
  • Mini Golf
  • Laser Tag
  • Board Game Night

Awards

1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Sing UpRecognised award

Key facts

URN
102256
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Ages
8 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Nursery
No Nursery Classes
Local authority
Hertfordshire
Constituency
Watford
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Opened
1962

Governing body

No governance records are published for this school in the DfE data we hold. Independent schools, colleges and some other types do not appear in the governance returns.

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