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Saffron Walden County High School, Saffron Walden

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Saffron Walden County High School details

Address:

Saffron Walden County High School
Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4UH

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Exam data

Authority:

Essex

Type:

Foundation

Admissions:

Comprehensive

Gender of entry:

Mixed

Age range:

11-18

Number of students:

1,945

Gender of sixth form:

Mixed

Last inspection:

March 2003. Read the full inspection report.

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General information

Background: Saffron Walden County High School was founded in 1951 as one of first post-war secondary schools. It is situated on the western edge of Saffron Walden, next to Audley End House. The buildings have been regularly extended and improved, and a new sports centre was opened in 1990. The school offers GCSE Latin, there is a school farm, there are regular concerts and musicals, and there is a full Saturday-morning sports fixture list. The sixth form also has a major role in charitable work. Specialist technology college status. Over-subscribed, with 1.9 applications per place. Artsmark Gold (2004); Sportsmark Gold (2005); Investor in People status (2005); DfES achievement award (2003); Leading Edge status (2002); training school status (2002). Ethos: 'The school aims to provide a happy, secure and stimulating environment in which each student can achieve their personal best. Our mission is to be a local school of exceptional quality.' .

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