Wilmslow High School, an 11-18 comprehensive, is the only state secondary school in the town. It enjoys good relationships with the partner primary schools in Wilmslow, Handforth and Alderley Edge, from where the majority of our students come. The school is heavily oversubscribed in both the 11 – 16 sector and the sixth form, which has increased with more and more students from outside the town and from the independent sector of education seeking places.
The school was designated as a specialist Sports College on 1st September 2003 and gained re-designation in 2008. The specialism now includes sports and the arts. Although specialism is no longer adequately funded, our specialism is at the heart of the school’s culture and ethos in raising participation, expectations and standards and underpins the school’s vision of continuing improvement in all areas of its operation.
On achieving High Performing School Status (HPSS) in 2008 Wilmslow bid for, and gained, second specialism in applied learning from September 2009. Funding for this specialism has now been withdrawn: nevertheless the school continues to offer skill based personalised learning opportunities to students across the ability range. Wilmslow High School is also a Lead School for the Gifted and Talented, although again there is no funding for this additional role.
Current facilities include two drama studios, an Olympic hall, a sports hall, gymnasium, dance studio, fitness suite and a music suite, food technology areas, newly refurbished science labs, a Library Resource Centre and a recently redesigned dining hall: increasingly, all accommodation is well serviced by ICT. Externally, and adjacent to the school buildings, are extensive playing fields including a floodlit all-weather sports pitch. The school makes use of the local Leisure Centre and Swimming Pool that are within easy walking distance. The environment is regarded as an important factor in encouraging students to learn.
Wilmslow High School has developed significantly over recent years and now enjoys an enviable reputation. The Ofsted Inspection Report of April 2011 described the school as 'outstanding'.
