HITCHIN BOYS' SCHOOL in Hertfordshire, Hitchin

Education Centre Information: Hitchin Boys' School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Hertfordshire
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/12/2012
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: 1013
Number of boys: 1013
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Boys
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Background:

Hitchin Boys' School is a single sex 11-18 community school which became a SpecialistTechnology College at the start of this term. The School was founded by John Mattock in 1632 'for instructing the children of the inhabitants of Hitchin in good literature and virtuous education for the avoidance of idleness, the mother of all vice and wickedness'. Hitchin Boys' School moved to its present site in 1889 and over the last century has expanded considerably. Facilities are being upgraded to meet the demands of the present day curriculum. The school today continues the aims of its founder with a strong emphasis on high standards and traditional values - hard work and play, honesty, respect for others and their property, orderly and courteous behaviour. Boys are expected to adopt a positive attitude towards academic study and take full advantage of the opportunities provided by the School. Staff, governors, parents and boys are committed to the challenge of preparing pupils for life in the twenty-first century.