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Chelmsford County High School for Girls
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Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- 3.5 (2 reviews)
- Secondary
- Chelmsford CM1 1RW
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve the highest outcomes in national examinations due to high-quality curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is exemplary; pupils are eager and respectful with high expectations.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and receive regular training.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use research-informed methods and have infectious enthusiasm.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers skilfully guide pupils, extending and deepening their learning.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents praised the school as 'phenomenal'; engagement is encouraged through numerous events.
Communication: School communicates effectively about children's progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are highly satisfied with the school's performance.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership prioritises pupil and staff well-being and manages concerns effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders ensure high-quality education with a dynamic approach to improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective; pupils' interests are prioritized.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff consider pupils' emotional welfare and adjust teaching as needed.
Extracurricular Offerings: Array of exciting clubs and opportunities, like annual dance show and music ensembles.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities support academic responsibilities; leadership roles foster engagement.
Career Counselling Services: Well-structured careers education with employer engagement activities.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students benefit from comprehensive PSHE education.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective and flexible use of support plans ensures high motivation among SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum including STEM and arts subjects; impressive breadth of offer.
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Chelmsford County High School for Girls is a top rated, Secondary, Girls school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 1186 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 100% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Girls attend the very elite state grammar school Chelmsford County High School.
At the age of 11, students who want to enrol in Year 7 must pass a challenging entrance exam.
We work with some of the most gifted girls in the nation, and the academic pace is quick.
All students take the GCSE exams at the conclusion of Year 11 when they are 16 years old, and the majority decide to continue their education at CCHS through the Sixth Form.
We allow students from other schools to enrol in our Sixth Form, and they benefit from the rigorous academic standards we set and the academic atmosphere of the school by enhancing the student body.
Our extracurricular possibilities are plentiful and diverse, and our academic requirements are quite high. Many clubs and societies are sponsored by the students themselves.
Additionally, our students are actively involved in science and engineering, participate in national contests, and frequently place highly.
By preparing all of our students to play an active and professional role in their adult life, we hope to create the leaders of tomorrow.
We anticipate that they will advance to hold positions of power in society and be in a position to shape global events.
Our school is active and forward-thinking, offering all of our students rigour and challenge.
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At the age of 11, students who want to enrol in Year 7 must pass a challenging entrance exam.
We work with some of the most gifted girls in the nation, and the academic pace is quick.
All students take the GCSE exams at the conclusion of Year 11 when they are 16 years old, and the majority decide to continue their education at CCHS through the Sixth Form.
We allow students from other schools to enrol in our Sixth Form, and they benefit from the rigorous academic standards we set and the academic atmosphere of the school by enhancing the student body.
Our extracurricular possibilities are plentiful and diverse, and our academic requirements are quite high. Many clubs and societies are sponsored by the students themselves.
Additionally, our students are actively involved in science and engineering, participate in national contests, and frequently place highly.
By preparing all of our students to play an active and professional role in their adult life, we hope to create the leaders of tomorrow.
We anticipate that they will advance to hold positions of power in society and be in a position to shape global events.
Our school is active and forward-thinking, offering all of our students rigour and challenge.
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 16.1 | 15.1 | 17.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 100% | 48% | 46% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 41.60% | - | 10.30% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.90 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 82.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 31.82% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 46.46% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 97% | 25.81% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 97% | 11.16% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 97% | 16.08% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 8.13 | 2.88 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 92.37% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 160 | 162 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 86.24% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 2% | 33.18% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 96% | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 8.17% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.66% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.51% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.73% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.9 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 85.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 35.53% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 49.94% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 96% | 25.85% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 95% | 13.56% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 95% | 18.15% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 8.42 | 3.12 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 92.26% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 155 | 162 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 88.34% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 35.51% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 97% | 32.39% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 7.53% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.25% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.8 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 80.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 1 | 30.57% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% 1 | 47.05% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 99% | 26.86% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 98% 2 | 11.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 98% 1 | 17.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.93 | 3 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 93.06% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 86.7% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 35.59% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 96% | 31.88% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 7.13% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 12.15% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.36% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.01% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.84 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 81.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% 1 | 32.08% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 1 | 48.68% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 98% | 24.74% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 96% 2 | 11.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 97% 2 | 16.86% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 8.09 | 3.1 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 87.55% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 165 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 74.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 33.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 98% | 32.82% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.18% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.37% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.55% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.03% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.76 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 79.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 34.8% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 51.46% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 100% | 27.57% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 98% | 16.98% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 99% | 18.71% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 88.7% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 179 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73.34% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 36.42% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 35.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.39% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 7% | 3.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.62% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 45.84 | 30.27 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 46.15 | 29.45 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 41.60% | 10.62% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 105 | 171 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 88% | 52.72% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 8.09% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 25.34% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 10.08% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 49.12 | 32.48 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 49.35 | 30.51 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 59.5% | 12.97% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 115 | 208 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 76% | 54.93% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 6.96% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 22.96% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 11.11% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 45.85 3 | 28.53 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.91 1 | 28.97 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 49.2% | 10.48% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 102 | 210 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 50.44% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 10.02% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 25.79% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 8.33% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 42.01 5 | 28.93 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.15 3 | 29.63 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 41.5% | 10.8% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 6 | 39.8% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.42% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 23.62% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 3.76% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.49 | 25.31 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.11 | 27.52 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 36.0% | 9.13% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 8 | 46.42% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.63% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 25.26% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 4.7% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Local authority ratio 20 : 1