Chelmer Valley High School
URN: 137260 • Chelmsford CM1 7ER
Overview
- Name
- Chelmer Valley High School
- URN
- 137260
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CHELMER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tom Sparks (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01245440232
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Court Road, Chelmsford CM1 7ER
Summary
Chelmer Valley High School, located in Chelmsford, Essex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrollment of 1,155 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,168. The school prides itself on fostering a strong partnership between students, families, and staff, emphasizing high expectations and a supportive community environment. Headteacher Tom Sparks leads the school with a focus on academic excellence and personal development.
The curriculum at Chelmer Valley is designed to challenge and engage students, preparing them for future academic and vocational pathways. The school has celebrated notable successes in both GCSE and A-Level results, reflecting the dedication of students and staff alike. Many students continue their education in the school's Sixth Form, while others pursue apprenticeships and college opportunities.
In addition to academic achievements, Chelmer Valley High School promotes a vibrant extracurricular program, including cultural events and productions, which enrich the student experience. The school actively engages with the local community, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among all stakeholders. For more information, visit their website at [Chelmer Valley High School](http://www.chelmervalleyhighschool.co.uk).
The curriculum at Chelmer Valley is designed to challenge and engage students, preparing them for future academic and vocational pathways. The school has celebrated notable successes in both GCSE and A-Level results, reflecting the dedication of students and staff alike. Many students continue their education in the school's Sixth Form, while others pursue apprenticeships and college opportunities.
In addition to academic achievements, Chelmer Valley High School promotes a vibrant extracurricular program, including cultural events and productions, which enrich the student experience. The school actively engages with the local community, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among all stakeholders. For more information, visit their website at [Chelmer Valley High School](http://www.chelmervalleyhighschool.co.uk).
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- Meet the Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- 14/08/2025 A Level ResultsChelmer Valley High School is delighted to be celebrating another set of fantastic A Level outcomes achieved by our sixth-form students, with results showing a significant improvement from previous years. We are pleas (sen)
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Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CHELMER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1168
- Pupils
- 1155
- Boys
- 586
- Girls
- 569
- FSM %
- 18.70
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1155 | 586 | 569 | 1168 | 18.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1140 | 578 | 562 | 1168 | 18.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1171 | 591 | 580 | 1168 | 13.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1171 | 591 | 580 | 1168 | 13.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1163 | 600 | 563 | 1168 | 12.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1152 | 604 | 548 | 1168 | 9.60 |
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