The short version
Average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 39.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a Anglican/Church of England school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
39.0
4.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
26%
16.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
28%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
D
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.38
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
82%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
72%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
9%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
11%
Based on 87 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 18 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
24% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
4% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 60 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Anglican/Church of England
Numbers
- Pupils
- 694
- Capacity
- 51%
- FSM
- 45.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Trust
- FRANK FIELD EDUCATION TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Paula Phillips
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
164 Whitby Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 6EA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmCambridge Road Community Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 744m away
Pooltown Community Junior School
Primary · 748m away
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
Primary · 787m away
Ellesmere Port Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Secondary · 825m away
Whitby Heath Primary School
Primary · 839m away
The Acorns Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 885m away
The Bridge Short Stay School
Pupil referral unit · 927m away
Westminster Community Primary School
Primary · 927m away
Questions parents ask
Is Ellesmere Port Church of England College a selective school?
No. Ellesmere Port Church of England College is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Ellesmere Port Church of England College's Ofsted rating?
Ellesmere Port Church of England College was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ellesmere Port Church of England College?
Ellesmere Port Church of England College currently has 694 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ellesmere Port Church of England College take?
Ellesmere Port Church of England College caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Ellesmere Port Church of England College?
Ellesmere Port Church of England College is in Ellesmere Port, CH65 6EA, in the Cheshire West and Chester local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ellesmere Port Church of England College have a sixth form?
Yes, Ellesmere Port Church of England College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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