Admissions Welcome

Welcome from Mrs Harriet Mitchell, Head of Admissions

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As Head of Admissions at St. Francis’ College, Mrs Harriet Mitchell oversees all aspects of the admissions process, ensuring that every prospective family receives a warm welcome and an informative induction to our school.

Harriet brings a wealth of experience, having held senior roles in student admissions, operations, marketing and management. Prior to joining St. Francis’ College, she served as Student Recruitment and Operations Manager at an independent Performing Arts Higher Education College, where she supported students from a broad range of backgrounds in realising their creative and academic ambitions.

This diverse professional background has equipped Harriet with a deep understanding of how to guide families thoughtfully through the decision-making process, combining a meticulous attention to detail with a genuine appreciation for each child’s individual potential.

At St. Francis’ College, Harriet is dedicated to maintaining an admissions experience that reflects the school’s values of empowerment, and appreciation, — ensuring that every family feels confident, informed, and inspired as they consider joining the school community.

Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most significant and personal decisions a family can make. At St Francis’ College, our aim is to make that journey as smooth, reassuring, and enjoyable as possible.

I have the privilege of meeting many parents and pupils, and one question I am often asked what we look for in a prospective student. We welcome applications from children with a rich variety of academic strengths, interests, and cultural backgrounds — from across the UK and, for our boarding places from Year 6, from around the world. While St Francis’ is an academically selective school, our admissions decisions are never based on academic results alone. We look for curiosity, character, and potential — young people who will embrace our vibrant community, rise to the challenge of a rigorous curriculum, and make the most of every opportunity available to them.

I am delighted that you are considering St Francis’ for your daughter. I warmly encourage you to get in touch — I would be delighted to answer your questions, discuss your child’s interests, and arrange a visit so that you can experience the warmth and energy of our school for yourself.

I look forward to welcoming you to St Francis’.

Get In Touch

Email: admissions@st-francis.herts.sch.uk

Telephone: 01462 670511

Our daughter joined St. Francis' from another independent school within the county a year ago, and all of us have been impressed by the overall schooling experience that is provided by St. Francis’. From formal lessons to creative teaching, the plethora of sports that is part of physical education during schooling hours, musical and drama productions to school trips away focusing on team work and independence. Given the small and intimate feeling of the school it was a perfect fit for our daughter and the past year has helped her grow in confidence and gained a breadth of experience that she would have otherwise not been able to obtain.
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