SIR THOMAS BOTELER HIGH SCHOOL in Cheshire, Warrington

Education Centre Information: Sir Thomas Boteler High School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Warrington
Reason Establishment Closed: Change Religious Character
Establishment Close Date: 01/09/2002
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Total Pupils: 597
Number of boys: 300
Number of girls: 297
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Founded as a boys' grammar school in 1526, the school is one of the England's oldest schools and is an important part of Warrington's heritage. More recently, the school has developed as a successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive school and in September 2002 it became Warrington's first voluntary aided Church of England secondary school. The school runs an extensive extra-curricular programme. Drama, music and art are also very popular and computer facilities are heavily used. A comprehensive programme of sports activities is organised after-school. There are representative teams in football, rugby, netball, rounders and athletics, as well as club provision for tennis, basketball, dance etc. As well as taking part in sporting fixtures against other schools and day visits out of school to complete fieldwork or investigations, pupils can take part in a wide variety of residential opportunities. The school's ethos is based upon Christian beliefs, values and practices.