Hylands School
URN: 137072 • Chelmsford CM1 3ET
Overview
- Name
- Hylands School
- URN
- 137072
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 37.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christopher White (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01245266766
- Website
- Visit Hylands School website
- Address
-
Chelmsford Road, Chelmsford CM1 3ET
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Summary
Hylands School, located in Chelmsford, Essex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 640 students, against a capacity of 1,100. The school prides itself on fostering a vibrant and welcoming community, led by a dedicated Headteacher who emphasises the importance of inspiring students to become self-motivated learners. The curriculum is designed to engage students through stimulating and thought-provoking opportunities, encouraging independent and resilient learning.
The school supports a diverse student body, with 43.9% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity. Hylands School offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, outdoor adventures, and community service, which contribute to students' personal development and social responsibility. Recent achievements include notable GCSE results and participation in events like the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Hylands School actively engages with parents and the wider community, offering opportunities for involvement and support. The school hosts events such as Open Week and induction evenings to foster strong relationships with families, ensuring a collaborative approach to education. For more information, visit their website at http://www.hylands-tkat.org/.
The school supports a diverse student body, with 43.9% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity. Hylands School offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, outdoor adventures, and community service, which contribute to students' personal development and social responsibility. Recent achievements include notable GCSE results and participation in events like the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Hylands School actively engages with parents and the wider community, offering opportunities for involvement and support. The school hosts events such as Open Week and induction evenings to foster strong relationships with families, ensuring a collaborative approach to education. For more information, visit their website at http://www.hylands-tkat.org/.
Useful links
- Local Governance (governance)
- SEN (sen)
- Meet the Senior Sixth Team (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- 24 Oct Inset Day (calendar)
- 27 Oct Autumn Half Term (calendar)
- 03 Nov Inset Day (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- Read More Prospectus (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 640
- Boys
- 339
- Girls
- 301
- FSM %
- 43.90
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 640 | 339 | 301 | 1100 | 43.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 651 | 337 | 314 | 1100 | 38.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 672 | 342 | 330 | 1100 | 36.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 672 | 342 | 330 | 1100 | 36.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 722 | 365 | 357 | 1100 | 31.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 729 | 360 | 369 | 1100 | 25.00 |
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