Egerton-Rothesay School
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, East of England · HP4 3UJ
Small and close-knit, Egerton-Rothesay is an independent Christian school in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, with around 158 pupils spanning ages 6 to 19. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of "excellent" for both education quality and pupil personal development, and found all compliance standards met. With only 17 pupils in the sixth form and a roll well below the size of most secondaries, the school offers an unusually personal environment. Families drawn to individual attention and a values-led ethos, rather than large-scale facilities, will find much to consider here.
158
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 6-19
- Pupils
- 158
- Location
- Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, East of England
- Website
- www.eger-roth.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01442 865275
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headteacher Allan Cairns
Latest results
Attainment 8
19.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
22%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Headline attainment figures sit below national averages, with an Attainment 8 score of 19.2 against 46.9 nationally and 22 per cent of pupils gaining grade 5 or above in English and Maths compared with 47 per cent. These numbers should be read alongside the school's small size and the strong ISI judgements on educational quality and personal development, which point to a focus on supporting each pupil's progress. Popular GCSE choices include Mathematics, Geography, English Language and Drama & Theatre Studies, and an Extended Project Qualification is offered alongside GCSEs for those continuing into the sixth form.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 17
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 4.4%
- EHC plans
- 94.97%
Arts & extracurricular
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport features prominently, with rugby, football, cricket, netball, tennis and rounders giving pupils a varied programme across the seasons. The presence of drama as a popular subject suggests creative pursuits also have a place in school life.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1988
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 30 April 2024
The last word
A small Christian independent where personal development is rated as highly as academics. Best suited to families who value an intimate, supportive setting over scale.
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Egerton-Rothesay School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Egerton-Rothesay School located?
Egerton-Rothesay School is located at Durrants Lane, Berkhamsted, HP4 3UJ.
What type of school is Egerton-Rothesay School?
Egerton-Rothesay School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Egerton-Rothesay School?
Egerton-Rothesay School has approximately 158 pupils on roll.
What is Egerton-Rothesay School's inspection rating?
Egerton-Rothesay School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 30 April 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.