The short version
Average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Good by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 47.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is nearly full at 90% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
47.1
3.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
52%
10.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
74%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.20
Band 4Source: 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
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
5%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 222 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 20 days per year on average — over a month of school.
29% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
6% 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 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 109 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,235
- Capacity
- 90%
- FSM
- 17.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Head
- Mr Martin Hill (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
May 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
February 2014 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2012 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
February 2011 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
October 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2006 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
November 2000 | Full Inspection
Location
Chester Road, Helsby, Frodsham, Cheshire, WA6 0HY
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Helsby High School a selective school?
No. Helsby High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Helsby High School's Ofsted rating?
Helsby High School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Helsby High School?
Helsby High School currently has 1,235 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Helsby High School take?
Helsby High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Helsby High School?
Helsby High School is in Frodsham, WA6 0HY, in the Cheshire West and Chester local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Helsby High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Helsby High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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