University of Chester CE Academy

URN: 135941 • Ellesmere Port CH65 6EA

Overview

Name
University of Chester CE Academy
URN
135941
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
32.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Iain Robinson (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
164 Whitby Road, Ellesmere Port CH65 6EA

Summary

University of Chester CE Academy, located in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 701 pupils and a capacity of 1,350. The school operates under a sponsor-led model, emphasizing a strong connection to its Church of England ethos. The academy aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal development.

The curriculum at University of Chester CE Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a range of subjects and extracurricular activities that promote holistic learning. The school is committed to ensuring that all pupils, including those eligible for free school meals, receive the necessary support to thrive academically and socially. The Pupil Premium strategy is in place to enhance educational opportunities for disadvantaged students.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy's ethos, with a focus on building strong relationships between students, parents, and local organizations. The school actively promotes its values through various initiatives and encourages a sense of belonging among its pupils, preparing them for future success in a rapidly changing world.

Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1350
Pupils
701
Boys
339
Girls
362
FSM %
30.90
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
2018-11-30
Last Ofsted
2017-04-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 701 339 362 1350 30.90
2024-09-11 701 339 362 1350 30.90
2023-09-11 701 339 362 1350 30.90
2022-09-11 701 339 362 1350 30.90
2021-09-11 701 339 362 1350 30.90
2020-09-11 701 339 362 1350 30.90

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