Shenfield High School
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Shenfield High School | |
Motto | Skills for Business, Skills for Life |
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Established | Unknown |
Type | State |
Head Teacher | Mr. John Fairhurst |
Location | Alexander Lane Shenfield, Essex England |
Enrollment | 1,500 students |
Ages | 11 to 18 |
Website | www.shenfield.essex.sch.uk |
Shenfield High School is a state school in Shenfield, Essex.
From years 7-9 boys and girls are taught in separate classes. Last year 90% of people got over a C grade in GCSE, whereas 95% of sixth formers passed their exams.[citation needed] The school is run by the headteacher, John Fairhurst, who has been at the school for over 10 years. Shenfield has a very wide recongnition for its sporting achivements. Recently, the U-15s boys basketball team were announced as the best in the country. The school has also recently been awarded a grade 2(good) ofsted report after a surprise inspection.
Grounds - The school has a large playground and 11 acres of fields including rugby and football posts. The school has recently opened a new iblock with over 100 modern computer facilities. The school also has 2 gyms open to the public and an indoor swimming pool.