Sherrardswood was founded in 1928. It is a co-educational day and boarding school where we aim for high standards of achievement and behaviour and where academic accomplishment and personal development go hand in hand. Courses are followed in GCSE, 'A' level and vocational studies with a good proportion of university places being obtained. All pupils are encouraged to develop their own initiative and sense of responsibility within a firm framework of discipline. The size of the school allows close contact between staff, pupils and parents.
Children of parents overseas are welcomed and we have a number of service children. There is easy transport by road and rail from London (30 minutes to Kings Cross).
The school is situated in 25 acres of parkland at Lockleys, Welwyn. The Junior Department and Boarding House are located in a superb listed building whilst the Senior Department has recently moved into brand new, purpose built premises. The estate also includes a heated swimming pool, tennis courts, playing fields and a stretch of the River Mimram. The principal sports are Football, Hockey, Cross Country, Athletics, Cricket and Tennis though there is ample opportunity to participate in many minority interest sports. The school also runs a very wide extra-curricular programme including the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.
The Junior Department is expanding rapidly and a controlled expansion is planned for the Senior Department in its new premises. The majority of Junior pupils transfer to the Senior Department at 11+ and external candidates also join the Senior Department at that age. There are occasional vacancies at other ages, including entry at 16+ for 'A' level courses. Scholarships are available at 11+ and 16+.
