Hartford Church of England High School
URN: 138148 • Northwich CW8 1LH
Overview
- Name
- Hartford Church of England High School
- URN
- 138148
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Pickerill (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01606786000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hartford Campus Chester Road, Northwich CW8 1LH
Summary
Hartford Church of England High School, located in Northwich, Cheshire, is a voluntary aided secondary school with a mixed-gender population of approximately 1,070 students. As the only Church of England High School in the vicinity, it serves as a unique educational institution dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive community. The school emphasizes its commitment to bringing out the best in every student, guided by its Christian ethos.
The curriculum at Hartford is broad and ambitious, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Sciences, and various arts and technology disciplines. The school is dedicated to personal development, ensuring that students receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially. Recent feedback from Ofsted highlights the positive relationships between pupils and staff, contributing to a respectful and engaging learning environment.
Hartford Church of England High School prides itself on strong community ties, with active involvement from parents and a dedicated governing board. The school aims to prepare students for future challenges, fostering a sense of belonging and achievement within its vibrant community.
The curriculum at Hartford is broad and ambitious, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Sciences, and various arts and technology disciplines. The school is dedicated to personal development, ensuring that students receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially. Recent feedback from Ofsted highlights the positive relationships between pupils and staff, contributing to a respectful and engaging learning environment.
Hartford Church of England High School prides itself on strong community ties, with active involvement from parents and a dedicated governing board. The school aims to prepare students for future challenges, fostering a sense of belonging and achievement within its vibrant community.
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Nearby alternatives
- The County High School, Leftwich (73.3)
- Weaverham High School (66.0)
- St Nicholas Catholic High School (63.5)
- The Rudheath Senior Academy (49.5)
- Weaverham High School (45.9)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1112
- Pupils
- 1070
- Boys
- 561
- Girls
- 509
- FSM %
- 17.00
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1070 | 561 | 509 | 1112 | 17.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1087 | 573 | 514 | 1112 | 18.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1056 | 547 | 509 | 1083 | 15.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1056 | 547 | 509 | 1067 | 15.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1061 | 557 | 504 | 1050 | 14.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1044 | 545 | 499 | 1050 | 11.60 |
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