Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College
Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College is a secondary located in Cheshire West and Chester, CH1 5JH. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 723 pupils on roll.
Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a foundation school.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Foundation school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Cheshire West and Chester
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 750
Number of Pupils: 723
Number of Boys: 398
Number of Girls: 325
Special Classes Code: 1
Percentage on Free School Meals: 47.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-11
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-03-24
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Hudson
Phone: 01244371475
Website: http://www.blaconhighschool.net/
Location: Melbourne Road, Blacon
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College
What is the Ofsted rating of Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College?
Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College admit?
Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College is a mixed school.
What type of school is Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College?
Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College is a foundation school offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College?
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Are there homes available near Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College?
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