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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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