Clacton County High School

URN: 138084 • Clacton-on-Sea CO15 6DZ

Overview

Name
Clacton County High School
URN
138084
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE SIGMA TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Neil Gallagher (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01255424266
Website
Visit
Address
Walton Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 6DZ

Summary

Clacton County High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, with a current enrolment of 1,854 students and a capacity of 2,320. The school is committed to providing a first-class education within an inclusive environment for students aged 11-19. Its ethos revolves around raising aspirations and transforming lives, with a strong emphasis on high expectations for both academic performance and personal development.

The curriculum at Clacton County High School is designed to be broad and balanced, offering challenging and appropriate work to meet the diverse needs of its students. The school prioritises safeguarding and creating a stimulating learning environment, ensuring that students receive the support they need to thrive. Additionally, a variety of extra-curricular activities, including sports, drama, and community service, are available to enrich students' educational experiences.

Clacton County High School values its role within the community and encourages students to engage in charitable activities, fostering a sense of compassion and responsibility. The school aims to develop confident, independent individuals who are well-prepared for their future endeavours.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE SIGMA TRUST
Capacity
2320
Pupils
1854
Boys
934
Girls
920
FSM %
33.40
Open date
2012-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-09-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1854 934 920 2320 33.40
2024-09-11 1829 906 923 2320 29.70
2023-09-11 1735 861 874 2320 23.40
2022-09-11 1735 861 874 1535 23.40
2021-09-11 1713 846 867 1535 19.70
2020-09-11 1661 842 819 1535 16.40

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