Chigwell School

URN: 115392 • Chigwell IG7 6QF

Overview

Name
Chigwell School
URN
115392
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
41.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Damian King (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02085015700
Website
Visit
Address
High Road, Chigwell IG7 6QF

Summary

Chigwell School, located in Chigwell, Essex, is an independent mixed school catering to 1,111 pupils with a capacity of 1,160. Founded in 1629, the school has a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and personal development, aiming to prepare students for future challenges. The ethos of Chigwell focuses on fostering independence, adventurous learning, and empathy among its pupils, encouraging them to engage fully in both academic and extracurricular activities.

The curriculum is designed to be both rigorous and enjoyable, with a strong emphasis on academic ambition across all age groups, from Pre Prep to Sixth Form. Chigwell offers a supportive environment where teachers and staff work collaboratively with parents to help students achieve their full potential. The school also promotes a sense of community, with opportunities for students to form lasting friendships and participate in various initiatives, including cultural and sustainability projects.

Chigwell School is committed to innovation while respecting its heritage, with plans in place to enhance the educational experience as it approaches its 400th anniversary in 2029. This forward-thinking approach ensures that students are well-equipped to make positive contributions to society.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 18
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1160
Pupils
1111
Boys
597
Girls
514
FSM %
Open date
1904-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1111 597 514 1160
2024-09-11 1074 577 497 1150
2023-09-11 1041 554 487 1085 0.00
2022-09-11 1041 554 487 1020 0.00
2021-09-11 996 519 477 1020 0.00
2020-09-11 991 524 467 975 0.00

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