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  • King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
  • Chelmsford County High School for Girls
  • New Hall School
  • The Boswells School
  • Moulsham High School
  • St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
  • Great Baddow High School
  • Chelmer Valley High School
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2025 Best Secondary Schools in Chelmsford Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top secondary schools across Chelmsford. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Secondary Schools in Chelmsford

Map
State · Secondary & Post-16
#1CHELMSFORD
#43England

King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford

Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3SX
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
1,134 pupils
Mixed
11-18 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School150 offers / 737 applications
Subscription: 4.9xOversubscribed
Grammar
Sixth Form
Details
State · Secondary & Post-16
#2CHELMSFORD
#80England

Chelmsford County High School for Girls

Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1RW
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
1,186 pupils
Girls
11-18 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School179 offers / 582 applications
Subscription: 3.3xOversubscribed
Grammar
Sixth Form
Details
Independent · All-through
#3CHELMSFORD
#381England

New Hall School

The Avenue, Boreham, Chelmsford, CM3 3HS
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
1,335 pupils
Mixed
1-18+ years
Catholic
Sixth Form
Nursery
Boarders
Details
State · Secondary & Post-16
#9CHELMSFORD
#1,860England

The Boswells School

Burnham Road, Chelmsford, CM1 6LY
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,440 pupils
Mixed
11-18 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School241 offers / 846 applications
Subscription: 3.5xOversubscribed
Sixth Form
Details
State · Secondary & Post-16
#5CHELMSFORD
#867England

Moulsham High School

Brian Close, Chelmsford, CM2 9ES
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,676 pupils
Mixed
11-18 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School265 offers / 1134 applications
Subscription: 4.3xOversubscribed
Sixth Form
Details
State · Secondary & Post-16
#11CHELMSFORD
#2,299England

St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford

Patching Hall Lane, Chelmsford, CM1 4BS
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,178 pupils
Mixed
11-18 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School182 offers / 622 applications
Subscription: 3.4xOversubscribed
Sixth Form
Details
State · Secondary & Post-16
#7CHELMSFORD
#1,775England

Great Baddow High School

Duffield Road, Beehive Lane, Chelmsford, CM2 9RZ
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,529 pupils
Mixed
11-18 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School240 offers / 1112 applications
Subscription: 4.6xOversubscribed
Sixth Form
Special Classes
Details
State · Secondary & Post-16
#10CHELMSFORD
#2,247England

Chelmer Valley High School

Court Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7ER
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
Ofsted Rating
Good
1,140 pupils
Mixed
11-18 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School231 offers / 740 applications
Subscription: 3.2xOversubscribed
Sixth Form
Details
State · Secondary & Post-16
#13CHELMSFORD
#3,678England

Hylands School

Chelmsford Road, Writtle, Chelmsford, CM1 3ET
Essex council
Combined A-levels & GCSE
A-Level
GCSE
Oxbridge
Ofsted Rating
Requires Improvement
651 pupils
Mixed
11-18 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School151 offers / 115 applications
Subscription: 0.8xUndersubscribed
Sixth Form
Details

Map of Secondary Schools in Chelmsford

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Neighbourhoods in Chelmsford

Beaulieu Park is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4The Beaulieu Park SchoolStateAll-through4-18+ yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
The Beaulieu Park School#4
School Type: State
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 4-18+ years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Billericay is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#6St John's School, ChelmsfordIndependentAll-through2-16 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
St John's School, Chelmsford#6
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 2-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Boreham is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3New Hall SchoolIndependentAll-through1-18+ yearsMixedCatholicNot inspected by Ofsted
New Hall School#3
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 1-18+ years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Broomfield is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1King Edward VI Grammar School, ChelmsfordStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#2Chelmsford County High School for GirlsStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsGirlsNoneOutstanding
#10Chelmer Valley High SchoolStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedNoneGood
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford#1
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Chelmsford County High School for Girls#2
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Girls
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Chelmer Valley High School#10
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Great Baddow is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7Great Baddow High SchoolStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedNoneGood
Great Baddow High School#7
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Moulsham is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#9The Boswells SchoolStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedNoneGood
#5Moulsham High SchoolStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedNoneGood
The Boswells School#9
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Moulsham High School#5
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Patching Hall is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11St John Payne Catholic School, ChelmsfordStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford#11
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Sandon is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#8The Sandon SchoolStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
The Sandon School#8
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

South Woodham Ferrers is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12William de Ferrers SchoolStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedNoneGood
William de Ferrers School#12
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Writtle is a popular residential pocket within the Chelmsford area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Chelmsford and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#13Hylands SchoolStateSecondary & Post-1611-18 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Hylands School#13
School Type: State
Phase: Secondary & Post-16
Age Range: 11-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

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