West Hatch High School

URN: 115321 • Chigwell IG7 5BT

Overview

Name
West Hatch High School
URN
115321
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Frances Howarth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
High Road, Chigwell IG7 5BT

Summary

West Hatch High School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Chigwell, Essex, serving students aged 11-18. The school is committed to academic excellence, character development, and fostering a supportive community. With a motto of "To be the best that I can be," West Hatch aims to provide every student with the opportunity to achieve their full potential through high-quality teaching and tailored support.

The school promotes a positive ethos, encouraging kindness, empathy, and respect among students. Character education is a key focus, with a variety of extracurricular activities available to help students develop essential life skills. The Learning Support Centre offers inclusive education, ensuring that students with special educational needs receive appropriate assistance tailored to their individual requirements.

West Hatch High School prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students are encouraged to thrive academically and personally. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a disciplined and caring atmosphere, preparing students to become responsible and confident members of society.

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Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1297
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
1992-04-01
Close date
2011-05-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1297
2024-09-11 1297
2023-09-11 1297
2022-09-11 1297
2021-09-11 1297
2020-09-11 1297

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