Chelmsford County High School for Girls
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Gender
Exam Board
FSCE
Places (Year 7)
180
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
HealthyAbout Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Chelmsford County High School for Girls nurtures ambitious young women who thrive on intellectual challenge and creative exploration. Pupils here are encouraged to be pioneers — designing innovative solutions to real-world problems while engaging with academic papers and journals alongside their regular studies. The school combines rigorous academics with an exceptional breadth of opportunities, from 40 music ensembles to an annual dance show with over 200 participants. A strong house system fosters close friendships across year groups, while sixth formers act as mentors and role models, embodying the school's core values of civility and compassion. The tight-knit community celebrates difference and supports every girl to push the boundaries of what she can achieve.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
1,236
Total pupils
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Inspected 23/01/2024
Quality of Education
OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes
OutstandingPersonal Development
OutstandingLeadership & Management
OutstandingSixth Form Provision
OutstandingAcademic Performance
Attainment 8
80.7
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
99.4%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Admissions
Student Demographics
4.2%
Free School Meals
25.2%
English as Additional Language
0.32%
EHCP
4.13%
SEN Support