Culcheth High School
URN: 111430 • Warrington WA3 5HH
Overview
- Name
- Culcheth High School
- URN
- 111430
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christopher Hunt (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01925767587
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Warrington Road, Warrington WA3 5HH
Summary
Culcheth High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Warrington, with a current enrolment of 1,168 pupils and a capacity of 1,240. Recognised as a "good school" by OFSTED, it is noted for its commitment to high standards and an inclusive environment where respect, honesty, and excellence are core values. The school aims to inspire students to become confident and skilled citizens, preparing them for success in a diverse society.
The curriculum at Culcheth High School is thoughtfully designed, allowing pupils to build knowledge logically and effectively. Subject leaders are actively working to enhance the curriculum further, ensuring that learning opportunities are ambitious and meet high expectations. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, promoting personal development and encouraging students to engage in sports and community initiatives.
Culcheth High School prides itself on its strong pastoral care, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The school community values relationships and aims to support every student in reaching their full potential, making it a respected institution within the local area.
The curriculum at Culcheth High School is thoughtfully designed, allowing pupils to build knowledge logically and effectively. Subject leaders are actively working to enhance the curriculum further, ensuring that learning opportunities are ambitious and meet high expectations. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, promoting personal development and encouraging students to engage in sports and community initiatives.
Culcheth High School prides itself on its strong pastoral care, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The school community values relationships and aims to support every student in reaching their full potential, making it a respected institution within the local area.
Useful links
- Role of a Governor (governance)
- Governor's Portal (governance)
- SEND and Pastoral (sen)
- Information on SEN conditions (sen)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- Attendence/Absence (sen)
- STEM Events (calendar)
- OFSTED Inspection 2022 (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- Exam Booklet for Students & Parents (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Bridgewater High School (70.2)
- Golborne High School (69.0)
- Great Sankey High School (66.6)
- King's Leadership Academy Warrington (66.2)
- Bridgewater High School (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- Warrington
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1240
- Pupils
- 1168
- Boys
- 580
- Girls
- 588
- FSM %
- 18.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1168 | 580 | 588 | 1240 | 18.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1178 | 595 | 583 | 1240 | 16.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1185 | 588 | 597 | 1240 | 13.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1185 | 588 | 597 | 1240 | 13.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1174 | 577 | 597 | 1240 | 10.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1173 | 579 | 594 | 1240 | 8.40 |
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