Elstree Screen Arts Academy
Secondary · University technical college · Ages 14–19 · Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Elstree Screen Arts Academy is a secondary school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire for ages 14–19 (university technical college). Its latest Ofsted outcome is Not judged, from the inspection on 28 January 2025.
Key facts
- Address
- Studio Way, Elstree, Borehamwood, WD6 5NN
- Type
- University technical college
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 14–19
- Sector
- See recorded establishment type
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Council
- Hertfordshire
- Pupils on roll
- 524 January 2026 school census
- Free school meals
- 17.6% of pupils eligible
- Pupils per teacher
- 18
Official record: Get Information about Schools · as at 15 September 2026
Ofsted
Not judged Inspected 28 January 2025
Strengths
- “Pupils receive an exceptional education.”
- “The school’s aim to deliver high-quality technical knowledge and skills linked to their creative arts specialism is fully realised.”
- “Parents say the school has had a transformative impact on their children’s confidence.”
To improve
- “Some pupils achieve less well in the core subjects.”
- “Attendance, for some, continues to be a challenge.”
Safeguarding: Effective
Quoted from the Ofsted report published 5 March 2025 (read the report). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Exam results
| Measure | School | England |
|---|---|---|
| GCSE English and maths, grade 5 or above (2024/25) | 32% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 score (2024/25) | 39.1 | 46 |
| A level average grade (2024/25) | C | B- |
Department for Education school performance data. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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