Chichester High School
URN: 140105 • Chichester PO19 8EB
Overview
- Name
- Chichester High School
- URN
- 140105
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Naomi Lewry/ Nicholas Taylor (since 2025) , Executive Principal
- Telephone
- 01243787014
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8EB
Summary
Chichester High School, located in Chichester, West Sussex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,258 students and a capacity of 1,600. The school is committed to fostering a supportive community where students are encouraged to excel academically and personally. With a focus on providing a rich and dynamic curriculum, Chichester High School aims to create a safe and engaging environment for all pupils.
The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and has implemented initiatives such as the Yondr Pouch System to enhance learning by promoting a digital detox. Chichester High School also supports various extracurricular activities, encouraging teamwork and resilience among students. The school actively engages with parents through events like open mornings and information evenings, ensuring that families are well-informed and involved in their children's education.
Chichester High School has a notable percentage of students eligible for free school meals (27.7%), reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all learners. The school continues to strive for excellence, as evidenced by its recent 'Good' rating from Ofsted.
The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and has implemented initiatives such as the Yondr Pouch System to enhance learning by promoting a digital detox. Chichester High School also supports various extracurricular activities, encouraging teamwork and resilience among students. The school actively engages with parents through events like open mornings and information evenings, ensuring that families are well-informed and involved in their children's education.
Chichester High School has a notable percentage of students eligible for free school meals (27.7%), reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all learners. The school continues to strive for excellence, as evidenced by its recent 'Good' rating from Ofsted.
Useful links
- Local Governance (governance)
- Year 11 Parents Information Evening Presentation 2025 News | 10th Sep 2025 (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Seneca Learning (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- CHS Open Events News | 15th Sep 2025 (calendar)
- Google Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions Policy - Sixth Form (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1600
- Pupils
- 1258
- Boys
- 615
- Girls
- 643
- FSM %
- 27.70
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1258 | 615 | 643 | 1600 | 27.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1331 | 649 | 682 | 1600 | 26.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1354 | 651 | 703 | 1600 | 20.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1354 | 651 | 703 | 1600 | 20.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1359 | 669 | 690 | 1600 | 15.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1338 | 657 | 681 | 1600 | 12.70 |
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