Penketh High School
URN: 145157 • Warrington WA5 2BY
Overview
- Name
- Penketh High School
- URN
- 145157
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Carlin (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01925722298
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Heath Road, Warrington WA5 2BY
Summary
Penketh High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Warrington, with a current enrolment of 1,023 pupils and a capacity of 1,200. The school is dedicated to fostering a culture of high standards and expectations, aiming to support students in their academic and personal development. The ethos of the school emphasizes collaboration between pupils and staff, encouraging a sense of responsibility and ownership in the learning process.
The curriculum at Penketh High School is designed to challenge students and promote outstanding progress, with ambitious targets set from Year 7 through to Year 11. In addition to academic rigor, the school prioritises holistic development, providing a range of enrichment experiences that extend beyond traditional qualifications. This approach aims to equip students with essential skills for future success in an ever-changing world.
Penketh High School is committed to supporting all pupils, particularly those facing challenges that may hinder their learning. The school offers various support mechanisms to help remove barriers and ensure every student has the opportunity to achieve their best. The school community is built on mutual support, fostering an environment where both staff and students feel valued and engaged.
The curriculum at Penketh High School is designed to challenge students and promote outstanding progress, with ambitious targets set from Year 7 through to Year 11. In addition to academic rigor, the school prioritises holistic development, providing a range of enrichment experiences that extend beyond traditional qualifications. This approach aims to equip students with essential skills for future success in an ever-changing world.
Penketh High School is committed to supporting all pupils, particularly those facing challenges that may hinder their learning. The school offers various support mechanisms to help remove barriers and ensure every student has the opportunity to achieve their best. The school community is built on mutual support, fostering an environment where both staff and students feel valued and engaged.
Useful links
- SEND Overview (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Progress Review Guide (download)
- Home School Agreement (download)
- Latest Ofsted Report (download)
- Staff, Gov & PLT Log In (other)
- ParentPay (other)
- Climate for Learning (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Bridgewater High School (70.2)
- Golborne High School (69.0)
- Great Sankey High School (66.6)
- King's Leadership Academy Warrington (66.2)
- Bridgewater High School (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- Warrington
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 1023
- Boys
- 528
- Girls
- 495
- FSM %
- 27.90
- Open date
- 2017-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-02-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1023 | 528 | 495 | 1200 | 27.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 966 | 496 | 470 | 1200 | 28.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 848 | 434 | 414 | 1200 | 23.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 848 | 434 | 414 | 1140 | 23.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 820 | 425 | 395 | 1200 | 20.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 876 | 457 | 419 | 1200 | 16.80 |
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