The Whitby High School
The Whitby High School is a secondary located in Cheshire West and Chester, CH66 2NU. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,579 pupils on roll.
The Whitby High School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a foundation school. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Foundation school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has 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: 1625
Number of Pupils: 1579
Number of Boys: 785
Number of Girls: 794
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 26.0
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-03
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: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2022-07-18
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Fraser
Phone: 01513558445
Website: www.whitbyhigh.org
Location: Sycamore Drive, Whitby
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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 The Whitby High School
What is the Ofsted rating of The Whitby High School?
The Whitby High School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The Whitby High School admit?
The Whitby High School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is The Whitby High School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The Whitby High School is a mixed school.
What type of school is The Whitby High School?
The Whitby High School is a foundation school offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The Whitby High School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The Whitby High School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near The Whitby High School?
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