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The Catholic High School, Chester Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Catholic High School, Chester is a academy converter secondary school in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 808 pupils, and a capacity of 1117 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

808

Pupils

1,117

Capacity

72%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

The Catholic High School, Chester Catchment Area Information

Admission to The Catholic High School, Chester is managed by Cheshire West and Chester and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cheshire West and Chester before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Cheshire West and Chester catchment area documents →

The Catholic High School, Chester — School Information

Full address
Old Wrexham Road, Handbridge, Chester, CH4 7HS
Local authority
Cheshire West and Chester
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.1% of pupils
DfE URN
139343

Other Secondary Schools in Chester

If The Catholic High School, Chester is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Chester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Catholic High School, Chester

Is The Catholic High School, Chester oversubscribed?

The Catholic High School, Chester has a capacity of 1117 places and currently has 808 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Cheshire West and Chester.

What is the admissions policy for The Catholic High School, Chester?

The Catholic High School, Chester uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Cheshire West and Chester before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The Catholic High School, Chester cover?

The Catholic High School, Chester is a secondary school in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Catholic High School, Chester?

The Catholic High School, Chester was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.