St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy

URN: 138470 • Chesterfield S41 8AG

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
URN
138470
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
74.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Maria Dengate (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01246201191
Website
Visit
Address
Newbold Road, Chesterfield S41 8AG

Summary

St Mary's Catholic High School, located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,358 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,260. The school is committed to fostering a strong sense of community and inclusivity, guided by its Catholic ethos of "Live, Love and Learn in the Light of Christ." This ethos is reflected in the exceptional conduct and attitudes of pupils, as noted in the latest Ofsted report, which highlights the warm relationships and high expectations that characterise the school environment.

Academically, St Mary's offers a robust curriculum supported by specialist staff who engage pupils through high-quality teaching. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, with innovative programmes designed to prepare students for life beyond school. This includes a well-integrated sixth form that serves as a positive role model for younger students and provides expert guidance on future pathways.

The school is dedicated to supporting all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring they receive the necessary help to thrive. St Mary's Catholic High School prides itself on its pastoral care and works closely with parents to nurture independent and thoughtful young adults.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1260
Pupils
1358
Boys
640
Girls
718
FSM %
16.50
Open date
2012-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1358 640 718 1260 16.50
2024-09-11 1347 623 724 1260 15.50
2023-09-11 1388 644 744 1260 11.70
2022-09-11 1388 644 744 1260 11.70
2021-09-11 1340 632 708 1260 11.00
2020-09-11 1300 609 691 1260 8.30

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