CHRISTLETON HIGH SCHOOL in Cheshire, Chester

Education Centre Information: Christleton High School:

Establishment Type:Foundation School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Cheshire West and Chester
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/03/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Total Pupils: 1307
Number of boys: 670
Number of girls: 637
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Opened on 1st September 1958, situated on a seven-acre site in Cheshire village of Christleton, three miles from Chester city centre. The school offers 'up-to-date' facilities, including new science laboratories, drama and music suite, sports hall and new swimming pool. The school employs three sports coaches to provide enhancment and has a record of national representation in Biathle, rowing and athletics. The school is an LA designated coaching school. The school has reputation for performing arts, one in three students play atleast one musical instrument and the school has a number of bands and ensambles; biennial musical productions, creative writing and public-speaking competitions. Total of 18 sports taught; 15 available as club activities at lunchtime or after school. Combined Business and Enterprise College and Mathematics and Computing College Status. Investor in People status. A happy, hardworking, courteous and caring school'.