Westbrook Hay
Hertfordshire, East of England · HP1 2RF
Spanning the years from age two to thirteen, Westbrook Hay is a small independent school in Hertfordshire with around 386 pupils. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent", both overall and for pupils' personal development, and found that compliance standards were met. With a roll of this size, the school can offer a close-knit, family feel. Notably, nearly three in ten pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a setting comfortable with a range of learning needs.
386
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£26,208
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-13
- Pupils
- 386
- Location
- Hertfordshire, East of England
- Website
- www.westbrookhay.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01442 256143
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headmaster Mark Brain
Teaching & academics
The ISI's "excellent" judgement points to strong outcomes for a school of this scale, and the same top mark for personal development reflects attention to the whole child as well as the classroom. Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Performing Arts scholarships recognise and reward talent across both academic and creative fields. The high proportion of pupils on SEN support indicates structured help for those who need it.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 29.02%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is well established, with football, cricket, netball and rugby forming the core of the games programme. The breadth of scholarships across art, drama, music and performing arts signals an environment where the creative and performing arts are taken seriously alongside academic work.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Children not allowed to carry mobile phones. If they travel to school with phones, they must be handed in at the start of the day.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,434 - £26,208
Means-tested bursaries available in certain circumstances
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 1 May 2025
The last word
A small, all-through Hertfordshire prep with an "excellent" ISI rating and a genuine commitment to pupils who learn differently. Worth a look for families wanting a personal, supportive setting through age thirteen.
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Westbrook Hay 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Westbrook Hay located?
Westbrook Hay is located at Westbrook Hay, London Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 2RF.
What type of school is Westbrook Hay?
Westbrook Hay is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Westbrook Hay?
Westbrook Hay has approximately 386 pupils on roll.
What is Westbrook Hay's inspection rating?
Westbrook Hay is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 1 May 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.