Helena Romanes School

URN: 137975 • Great Dunmow CM6 2AU

Overview

Name
Helena Romanes School
URN
137975
Type
Academy converter
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catherine Davis (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01371872560
Website
Visit
Address
Parsonage Downs, Great Dunmow CM6 2AU

Summary

Helena Romanes School, located in Great Dunmow, Essex, is an all-through academy catering to students aged four to eighteen. With a current enrollment of 1,309 pupils and a capacity of 1,593, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive education that balances academic achievement with personal and social development. The curriculum is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for higher education, apprenticeships, and future employment.

The school's ethos is built around core values of ambition, kindness, respect, resilience, broad-mindedness, and independence. Helena Romanes School aims to foster a supportive environment where students are encouraged to strive for excellence while developing empathy and respect for others. The dedicated staff work closely with parents and the wider community to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.

As part of the Saffron Academy Trust, Helena Romanes School emphasizes inclusivity and offers a variety of extracurricular activities to enrich students' learning experiences. The school prides itself on preparing students to become confident and considerate young adults, ready to contribute positively to society.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1593
Pupils
1309
Boys
671
Girls
638
FSM %
18.00
Open date
2012-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1309 671 638 1593 18.00
2024-09-11 1287 662 625 1593 16.10
2023-09-11 1249 618 631 1593 10.70
2022-09-11 1249 618 631 1593 10.70
2021-09-11 1222 613 609 1563 8.40
2020-09-11 1213 585 628 1563 6.50

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