Saffron Walden County High School

URN: 136776 • Saffron Walden CB11 4UH

Overview

Name
Saffron Walden County High School
URN
136776
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
78.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Polly Lankester (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01799513030
Website
Visit
Address
Audley End Road, Saffron Walden CB11 4UH

Summary

Saffron Walden County High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Saffron Walden, Essex, with a current enrolment of 2,119 pupils and a capacity of 2,050. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education, aiming to be a local institution of exceptional quality. It focuses on outstanding academic achievement, high behavioural expectations, and a broad curriculum designed to cater to the diverse needs of its students.

The school's ethos centres on ensuring that every student reaches their full academic potential through excellent teaching and support. Saffron Walden County High School promotes personal and cultural development by offering a variety of enrichment opportunities, including trips and extracurricular activities. The school fosters a secure and caring environment, encouraging students to develop respect and responsibility within the community.

Strong communication between home and school is emphasised as vital for student success. Parents are encouraged to engage actively in their child's education and to reach out to the school with any concerns regarding academic progress. This collaborative approach aims to support students in achieving impressive personal and academic outcomes.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
2050
Pupils
2119
Boys
1024
Girls
1095
FSM %
9.90
Open date
2011-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 2119 1024 1095 2050 9.90
2024-09-11 2126 1040 1086 2050 8.50
2023-09-11 2148 1046 1102 2050 7.60
2022-09-11 2148 1046 1102 2050 7.60
2021-09-11 2144 1045 1099 2050 7.10
2020-09-11 2104 1038 1066 2050 5.00

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