Hammond Academy
Cambrian Way, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5TDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Hammond Academy is a primary school in Hemel Hempstead for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 583 schools in Hertfordshire. It ranks 14th of 29 primary schools in Hemel Hempstead. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 20 June 2023, report published 19 September 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 20 June 2023
At Hammond Academy, pupils are happy. Being a 'Hammond learner' instils ambition and motivation in them. They know what they are learning and what they have learned to get to that point. Pupils are keen to do well. There are many changes that have taken place in the school, which pupils recognise. They know that the calmer environment is a result of the new behaviour systems. These systems have reduced the level of disruption in their classes and therefore pupils can focus on their learning. Previously, disruption to lessons had an impact on pupils' progress. Bullying is minimal. When it does happen, pupils are confident staff will deal with it. At lunchtime, activities are well planned. There is a wide range of sports on offer for those who want an active lunchtime. For those pupils who want a quieter lunchtime, the pastoral team runs a lunch club, so all pupils can experience the lunchtime that suits them. There are many leadership opportunities available to pupils. These include being sports leaders, HOPE ambassadors, house captains or part of the school council. By working with these leaders, pupils can have their say about aspects of school life.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, the curriculum is not as precise as it should be to enable teachers to know what to teach and when. This means that pupils are not fully prepared for the next stage of their learning. Leaders need to ensure that all subjects are focused on securing the knowledge and skills to support pupils to learn the curriculum content well.
- Leaders have not kept parents informed well enough about the value of the changes they have made. This means that parents have a more negative view of the school than they should do. Leaders should make sure that they communicate effectively with parents regarding the changes they are making.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
51 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
308 pupils on roll, with places for 540
Schools near Hammond Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aycliffe Drive Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 51% met the expected standard |
| Yewtree Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 17% met the expected standard |
| Jupiter Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 61% met the expected standard |
| Maple Grove Primary School | 0.4 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 36% met the expected standard |
| Hobletts Manor Junior School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 78% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- ASPIRE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Kerry Graham
- Phone
- 01442404020
- Address
- Cambrian Way, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5TD
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- URN
- 137238
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.