Dacorum Education Support Centre, Hemel Hempstead

In its own words: ""to create and enforce a clear and rigorous expectation on all schools to promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs." The government set out its definition of British values in the 2011 Prevent Strategy."

45.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 0% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are White British (91%) and Asian (9%).

In 2026, 7 pupils (63.6%) received SEN support and 2 (18.2%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.

The nearest railway station is Apsley Rail Station, about 1.7 miles away in a straight line.

11 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Tenzing Road (ne-bound), 50 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 259 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Hertfordshire (138), as is usual near a town centre.