Hylands School
Academy converterSecondaryAges 11–18MixedSixth form
Chelmsford Road, Writtle, Chelmsford, CM1 3ET
Headteacher · Mr Christopher White
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Key facts
Pupils614Capacity 1,100
OfstedReport cardInspected 10 February 2026
TrustThe Kemnal Academies Trust
Free school meals45.2%
Ofsted
Report card from the inspection on 10 February 2026.
- InclusionUrgent improvement
- Curriculum and teachingUrgent improvement
- AchievementUrgent improvement
- Attendance and behaviourNeeds attention
- Personal development and wellbeingNeeds attention
- Leadership and governanceUrgent improvement
- SafeguardingMet
The school is in the category: Special measures.
Read the full Ofsted reportsOfsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Year 7 applications close 31 October 2026
For September 2027. Apply through Essex council, not the school. National offer day is 1 March 2027.
How to apply in EssexNearby schools for the same ages
- King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford1.3 mi
- Moulsham High School1.5 mi
- Chelmsford County High School for Girls1.5 mi
- St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford1.9 mi
- Great Baddow High School2.2 mi