Helsby High School

URN: 111440 • Frodsham WA6 0HY

Overview

Name
Helsby High School
URN
111440
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Hill (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01928723551
Website
Visit
Address
Chester Road, Frodsham WA6 0HY

Summary

Helsby High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Frodsham, Cheshire, with a current enrolment of 1,235 pupils and a capacity of 1,371. The school is dedicated to fostering a safe and respectful environment that values diversity, tolerance, and fairness. Its vision focuses on achieving success through high aspirations and a love of learning, while also providing diverse opportunities for students to celebrate their achievements.

The curriculum for Years 7 to 11 is designed to nurture students' interests and passions, ensuring they receive a comprehensive academic, pastoral, and enrichment experience. In the 2025 academic year, over 75% of students achieved a grade 4 or above in English and Maths, with more than 50% achieving a grade 5 or above. The school also boasts a successful sixth form, where over 20% of grades were A*/A or equivalent, and 88% of students secured their first-choice university destinations.

Helsby High School actively engages with the local community, serving Frodsham and Helsby. The school encourages parental involvement and provides various resources for families to support their children’s education. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.helsbyhigh.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1371
Pupils
1235
Boys
605
Girls
630
FSM %
17.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1235 605 630 1371 17.80
2024-09-11 1292 644 648 1371 16.40
2023-09-11 1354 658 696 1371 15.40
2022-09-11 1354 658 696 1371 15.40
2021-09-11 1372 680 692 1371 13.60
2020-09-11 1376 697 679 1406 10.50

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