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
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.
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.
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- Key Safeguarding Policies & Statutory Guidance (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Brookfield Community School (62.3)
- Tupton Hall School (59.5)
- Outwood Academy Hasland Hall (54.7)
- Outwood Academy Newbold (54.5)
- The Bolsover School (52.1)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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