Withernsea High School
URN: 118075 • Withernsea HU19 2EQ
Overview
- Name
- Withernsea High School
- URN
- 118075
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Crofts (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01964613133
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hull Road, Withernsea HU19 2EQ
Summary
Withernsea High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Withernsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, serving 731 students with a capacity of 1,157. The school aims to inspire confident young people to thrive in a changing world, fostering a supportive environment that prioritises personal development and well-being. With a significant percentage of pupils (40.20%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to inclusivity and providing equal opportunities for all students.
The curriculum at Withernsea High School is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including arts, sciences, and vocational courses. Students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities, enhancing their educational experience and personal growth. The school also places a strong emphasis on literacy and communication skills, preparing students for further education and future employment through various workshops and initiatives.
Community involvement is integral to the ethos of Withernsea High School, with regular events such as open evenings for prospective students and updates on school transport arrangements. The school maintains open lines of communication with parents and carers, ensuring they are informed and involved in their children's education.
The curriculum at Withernsea High School is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including arts, sciences, and vocational courses. Students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities, enhancing their educational experience and personal growth. The school also places a strong emphasis on literacy and communication skills, preparing students for further education and future employment through various workshops and initiatives.
Community involvement is integral to the ethos of Withernsea High School, with regular events such as open evenings for prospective students and updates on school transport arrangements. The school maintains open lines of communication with parents and carers, ensuring they are informed and involved in their children's education.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hornsea School and Language College (76.5)
- The Market Weighton School (72.8)
- Beverley High School (70.6)
- Beverley Grammar School (70.1)
- Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College (68.4)
Key details
- LA
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1157
- Pupils
- 731
- Boys
- 400
- Girls
- 331
- FSM %
- 40.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 731 | 400 | 331 | 1157 | 40.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 759 | 416 | 343 | 1267 | 40.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 752 | 395 | 357 | 1267 | 34.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 752 | 395 | 357 | 1364 | 34.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 737 | 385 | 352 | 1364 | 33.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 743 | 375 | 368 | 1364 | 29.70 |
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