The Catholic High School, Chester
The Catholic High School, Chester is a secondary located in Cheshire West and Chester, CH4 7HS. 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 806 pupils on roll.
The Catholic High School, Chester is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study. It is part of the Diocese of Shrewsbury diocese.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
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: Diocese of Shrewsbury
Local Authority: Cheshire West and Chester
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1117
Number of Pupils: 806
Number of Boys: 412
Number of Girls: 394
Special Classes Code: 1
Percentage on Free School Meals: 22.2
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-06
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: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2011-10-13
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: MCKEAGNEY
Phone: 01244952788
Website: http://www.christofidelis.org.uk
Location: Old Wrexham Road, Handbridge
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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 Catholic High School, Chester
What is the Ofsted rating of The Catholic High School, Chester?
The Catholic High School, Chester has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The Catholic High School, Chester admit?
The Catholic High School, Chester admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is The Catholic High School, Chester a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The Catholic High School, Chester is a mixed school.
What type of school is The Catholic High School, Chester?
The Catholic High School, Chester is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The Catholic High School, Chester?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The Catholic High School, Chester 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 Catholic High School, Chester?
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