KINGS LANGLEY SCHOOL in Hertfordshire, Kings Langley

Education Centre Information: Kings Langley School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Hertfordshire
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 30/11/2012
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 1070
Number of boys: 561
Number of girls: 509
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Kings Langley School has been in its current, semi-rural location since 1960, although the origins of the school go back to 1938. The school is an 11 to 18 all ability, co-educational, community school. Music is taught in a new, purpose-built block, which affords students the opportunity to learn a range of instruments, with particular focus on keyboard skills for all. Students are encouraged to join one of several music and performance groups, including the school band, string group, jazz group and choir. Additional instrumental tuition is given in practice rooms by a dedicated team of twelve visiting peripatetic teachers. The school has its own outdoor activity centre in Mid-Wales. The principal games and activities taught in the school are rugby and football, cross-country, gymnastics, swimming, athletics, cricket, hockey, netball, tennis and rounders. The school is founded on Christian values of justice, love and respect for all members of its community.