Christopher Whitehead Language College
URN: 136890 • Worcester WR2 4AF
Overview
- Name
- Christopher Whitehead Language College
- URN
- 136890
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CHRISTOPHER WHITEHEAD LANGUAGE COLLEGE
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neil Morris (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01905423906
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bromwich Road, Worcester WR2 4AF
Summary
Christopher Whitehead Language College is a mixed secondary academy located in Worcester, Worcestershire, with a current enrolment of 1,596 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,525. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every student is valued and supported to reach their full potential. The ethos of the college emphasizes both academic excellence and personal growth, ensuring a well-rounded education for all pupils.
The curriculum at Christopher Whitehead Language College is broad and ambitious, offering a range of traditional subjects aligned with the English Baccalaureate, alongside diverse options such as Classical Civilisations, Business Studies, and vocational courses in areas like Hairdressing. The school also boasts a strong arts provision, including drama, dance, music, and various design disciplines, catering to a wide array of student interests.
In addition to its academic offerings, the college provides robust support systems, including provisions for students with special educational needs and those who speak English as an additional language. The school actively engages with the community through events and initiatives, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students, parents, and staff.
The curriculum at Christopher Whitehead Language College is broad and ambitious, offering a range of traditional subjects aligned with the English Baccalaureate, alongside diverse options such as Classical Civilisations, Business Studies, and vocational courses in areas like Hairdressing. The school also boasts a strong arts provision, including drama, dance, music, and various design disciplines, catering to a wide array of student interests.
In addition to its academic offerings, the college provides robust support systems, including provisions for students with special educational needs and those who speak English as an additional language. The school actively engages with the community through events and initiatives, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students, parents, and staff.
Useful links
- Governors' Information (governance)
- Governors' Scheme of Delegation (governance)
- Report Absence (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Powered by (sen)
- Calendar-alt (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Equality Objectives (download)
- 16-19 Bursary Policy and Application Form (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Martley, the Chantry High School (70.2)
- Nunnery Wood High School (67.2)
- Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College (65.1)
- Hanley Castle High School (62.5)
- Tudor Grange Academy Worcester (59.8)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CHRISTOPHER WHITEHEAD LANGUAGE COLLEGE
- Capacity
- 1525
- Pupils
- 1596
- Boys
- 747
- Girls
- 849
- FSM %
- 23.00
- Open date
- 2011-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1596 | 747 | 849 | 1525 | 23.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1526 | 726 | 800 | 1525 | 21.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1484 | 686 | 798 | 1525 | 18.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1484 | 686 | 798 | 1525 | 18.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1434 | 665 | 769 | 1525 | 18.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1392 | 655 | 737 | 1525 | 14.70 |
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