Great Baddow High School

URN: 136904 • Chelmsford CM2 9RZ

Overview

Name
Great Baddow High School
URN
136904
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GREAT BADDOW HIGH SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Farmer (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01245265821
Website
Visit
Address
Duffield Road, Chelmsford CM2 9RZ

Summary

Great Baddow High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Chelmsford, Essex, catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrolment of 1,528 pupils, the school prides itself on creating a happy, safe, and successful learning environment. The school specializes in Science and Sport, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle while nurturing individual talents and providing diverse opportunities for academic success.

The curriculum at Great Baddow High School is designed to develop independent learners, with a strong emphasis on personal development alongside academic achievements. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities that enrich the educational experience, fostering a well-rounded approach to student growth.

Community engagement is also a key focus, with initiatives such as school tours for prospective Year 6 students and their parents. Great Baddow High School is committed to supporting both its students and staff, providing opportunities for teacher training and professional development within the local area.

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Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
GREAT BADDOW HIGH SCHOOL
Capacity
1520
Pupils
1528
Boys
831
Girls
697
FSM %
16.70
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1528 831 697 1520 16.70
2024-09-11 1529 839 690 1520 16.40
2023-09-11 1505 833 672 1520 13.70
2022-09-11 1505 833 672 1520 13.70
2021-09-11 1475 814 661 1520 12.60
2020-09-11 1483 825 658 1520 11.50

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