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# Chelmsford County High School for Girls

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## News

- [News](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/) - News - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/20/8357/) - A thank you to everyone.
- [Sixth Form Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/22/sixth-form-admissions-2/) - We look forward to welcoming you to the CCHS Sixth Form Open Evening on 5th October.
- [Sixth Form Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/21/sixth-form-admissions/) - We look forward to welcoming you to the CCHS Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 5th October.
- [Sixth Form Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/29/sixth-form-admissions-5/) - We look forward to welcoming you to our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 5th October, 2023.
- [Sixth Form Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/27/sixth-form-admissions-4/) - We look forward to welcoming you to the CCHS Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday, 5th Oct.
- [Sixth Form Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/25/sixth-form-admissions-3/) - We look forward to welcoming you to the CCHS Sixth Form Open Evening.
- [CCHS Enrichment Day - 12th October 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/12/cchs-enrichment-day-12th-october-2023/) - We are looking forward to our Enrichment Day today, with each group having their particular activities, including welcoming pupils from six local primary schools for a day of science. Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) School to School Partnerships - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Nobel Economics Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/12/nobel-economics-award/) - This year's Nobel economics prize has been awarded to Claudia Goldin for her work on women's employment and pay. Professor Goldin is only the third woman to receive the prize. Economics - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Nobel economics prize awarded to Claudia Goldin for work on women's pay - BBC News
- [World Mental Health Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/10/world-mental-health-day/) - Every year, World Mental Health Day is celebrated on 10th October. The theme for 2023, set by the World Foundation of Mental Health, is ‘Mental health is a universal human right’. World Mental Health Day 2023 | Mental Health Foundation Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Culture Fest Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/09/cchs-culture-fest-week/) - Following last year's CCHS Culture Fest Week, we are, across the coming days, going to benefit from a second year of our students and staff sharing and celebrating the cultural diversity that distinguishes and energises our school community. Change@CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [ARU - Chelmsford Science Festival - 18th to 24th October 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/06/aru-chelmsford-science-festival-18th-to-24th-october-2023/) - Anglia Ruskin University is hosting the second annual Chelmsford Science Festival from 18th to 24th October 2023, at their Chelmsford campus. Chelmsford Science Festival - ARU
- [Sixth Form Welcome Evening - Thursday 5th October](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/06/sixth-form-welcome-evening-thursday-5th-october/) - It was wonderful to welcome so many students and their families to our Sixth Form Open Evening yesterday to learn about the wealth of academic and enrichment opportunities on offer at CCHS. The Leaders of Tomorrow (cchs.essex.sch.uk) Sixth Form Admissions - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Sixth Form Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/03/sixth-form-admissions-6/) - We look forward to welcoming you to the CCHS Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 5th October. Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Parent & Student Feedback - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Black History Month 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/02/black-history-month-2023/) - Black History Month – ‘Saluting Our Sisters’. “Black History month is a time of celebration, recognition and sombre reflection…” Cherron Inko-Tariah MBE. Black History Month 2023 - Celebrating our Sisters
- [MILAD UN NABI - Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/27/milad-un-nabi-birthday-of-the-prophet-muhammad/) - Today Muslims Celebrate Milad un Nabi (the Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad). Qur’anic readings and songs in praise of the Prophet feature. The exact date of the Prophet’s birth is uncertain.
- [Yom Kippur (Jewish) Celebration](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/25/yom-kippur-jewish-celebration/) - Today is Yom Kippur, when Jewish people mark the last of the ten days of repentance, it is the holiest day of the Jewish year. It is marked by ‘afflicting the soul’ – expressed through a total fast 25 hours long. Jews spend the eve and most of the day in prayer.
- [CCHS Sixth Form Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/18/cchs-sixth-form-admissions/) - We look forward to welcoming you to the CCHS Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 5th October. https://cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/ https://cchs.co.uk/about-us/feedback-from-parents/
- [Institute of Physics/Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society lecture](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/15/institute-of-physics-chelmsford-science-and-engineering-society-lecture/) - We are delighted to be hosting the early edition of the Institute of Physics/Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society lecture, ‘Imaging the Universe’, by Martin Bracken, on Friday 29th September 2023. IoP CSES Lecture
- [Libya Floods Appeal](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/13/libya-floods-appeal/) - Libya Floods Appeal - the British Red Cross has launched an emergency appeal to help people in Libya affected by the floods. The British Red Cross | Worldwide Humanitarian Charity
- [Mary Kenyon Memorial Lecture 2023 - Dr Cally Hammond](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/12/mary-kenyon-memorial-lecture-2023-dr-cally-hammond/) - We are looking forward to Dr Cally Hammond (CCHS Alumna), Dean of Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge, delivering The Mary Kenyon Memorial Lecture on Tuesday 19th September. The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 8 - Meet the Tutor Evening - 14th September 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/12/year-8-meet-the-tutor-evening-14th-september-2023/) - We look forward to welcoming parents of Year 8 students to our Meet the Tutor Evening on Thursday 14th September. Parents’ Meetings - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Morocco Earthquake Appeal](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/11/morocco-earthquake-appeal/) - Morocco Earthquake Appeal - following the earthquake in Morocco, the British Red Cross has launched an emergency appeal. Morocco Earthquake Appeal | British Red Cross
- [Welcome back to all students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/07/welcome-back-to-all-students/) - We welcome back all our students today to start the 2023-24 academic year. Welcome from the Headteacher - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/24/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-12/) - Discover your learning journey at Chelmsford County High School.
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/17/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-5/) - We are now taking applications for the next academic year.
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/18/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-6/) - Apply for your child to enter Chelmsford County. Discover incredible opportunities at our school.
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/21/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-7/) - If your daughter is looking for a new challenge, this could be the school for them.
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/22/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-9/) - September is the year your child could be heading to our prestigious school.
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/23/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-10/) - Applications are now available for Sixth Form.
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/24/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-11/) - Apply for our Sixth Form today.
- [Welcome Year 7 and Year 12 Students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/09/06/welcome-year-7-and-year-12-students/) - We welcome our Year 7 and Year 12 students today, as we begin the 2023-24 academic year. Welcome from the Headteacher - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Congratulations - GSCE Results](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/24/congratulations-2/) - Many congratulations to our fantastic Year 11 students on their excellent GCSE examination results. We are very proud of them all! Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Examinations - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/20/thank-you-3/) - Thank you for using our form.
- [SUMMER 2023 YEAR 13 A LEVEL RESULTS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/17/summer-2023-year-13-a-level-results/) - Many congratulations to our wonderful Year 13 students on their excellent A level examination results and for all they have contributed to our school community over the years. We are so proud of each and every one of them! Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Examinations - Chelmsford County High School
- [England Women's Football - World Cup Final](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/16/england-womens-football-world-cup-final/) - Huge congratulations to the England Women’s Football Team on reaching the World Cup Final! England Football women's senior squad | England Football
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/16/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-4/) - Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/15/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september-3/) - Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Start your A level journey with us in September.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/08/11/start-your-a-level-journey-with-us-in-september/) - Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Alumnae - Guest Speakers](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/20/cchs-alumnae-guest-speakers/) - Many thanks to members of the CCHS Alumnae, who returned to their school last week and this week as guest speakers at our Years 7-10 Prizegiving events. https://cchs.co.uk/about-us/alumnae/
- [Students’ Choice Award and the Engineering Project of the Year](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/19/students-choice-award-and-the-engineering-project-of-the-year/) - Congratulations to the CCHS Team, who won the Students’ Choice Award and the Engineering Project of the Year at the Chelmsford Science and Engineering Awards Evening, held yesterday at Anglia Ruskin University. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) CSES (Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society)
- [Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society Awards](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/19/chelmsford-science-and-engineering-society-awards/) - Congratulations to the CCHS Team who received their National Saturday Club 2023 Certificates at the Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society Awards Evening, held yesterday at Anglia Ruskin University. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) CSES (Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society)
- [CCHS Alumna - Dr Sarah Perry](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/18/cchs-alumna-dr-sarah-perry/) - Many congratulations to CCHS Alumna, Dr Sarah Perry, who has been appointed as the new chancellor of the University of Essex. Essex Serpent author Sarah Perry becomes university chancellor - BBC News Acclaimed author Dr Sarah Perry appointed as new Chancellor | University of Essex
- [CCHS Alumnae Reunion](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/14/cchs-alumnae-reunion/) - We are looking forward to our CCHS Alumnae reunions taking place this afternoon (Class of 1983) and tomorrow morning (Class of 2003). Alumnae - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Sports Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/12/cchs-sports-day/) - Congratulations to all our student athletes at yesterday's Sports Day, held at the Chelmsford Sport and Athletics Centre, and a big thank you to our wonderful PE Department. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Enrichment Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/10/enrichment-day/) - We are looking forward to our Enrichment Day today, including welcoming pupils and colleagues from several local primary schools. Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Summer Festival](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/07/cchs-summer-festival/) - Congratulations and thank you to our Senior Prefects and all the students, staff and Parents’ Association colleagues who made our Summer Festival, ‘Rainbow Rush’, such a success this afternoon, raising money for Rainbow Trust. Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/05/26/thank-you-2/) - Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our wonderful school community.
- [Swimming Pool Fundraising Campaign](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/21/swimming-pool-fundraising-campaign/) - We have a launched a fundraising campaign to modernise the CCHS swimming pool, which is so important to young people across the local area.
- [Cabaret Concert](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/07/05/cabaret-concert/) - Congratulations and thank you to our student musicians, Music Department and peripatetic colleagues for another superb Cabaret Concert this year! The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Muslim Festival - Eid ul-Adha](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/29/muslim-festival-eid-ul-adha/) - Today is the Muslim festival of Eid ul-Adha. It remembers the prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son when God ordered him to. Muslims will go to the Mosque for prayers. It is a time when they visit family and give money to charity so that poor people can celebrate too.
- [Day of Arafat](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/28/day-of-arafat/) - Today, Muslim pilgrims will gather on Mount Arafat, it was from this site that the Islamic prophet Muhammad gave one of his last sermons. Some Muslims hold that part of the Quranic verse announcing that the religion of Islam had been perfected was revealed on this day.
- [Hajj](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/27/hajj/) - Today is the start of Hajj, the annual pilgrimage made by millions of Muslims across the world to the holy city of Mecca. Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam. Muslims must make the journey at least once in their life if they are physically able and can afford to do so.
- [National 'Thank a Teacher Day'](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/21/national-thank-a-teacher-day/) - The ‘Thank a Teacher’ Campaign is run by The Teaching Awards Trust, which was established in 1998 by Lord David Puttnam CBE, to celebrate and recognise excellence in education. https://thankateacher.co.uk/national-thank-a-teacher-day/
- [World Refugee Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/20/world-refugee-day/) - Each year on 20th June, the world marks World Refugee Day, the international day to honour people who have been forced to flee.
- [CCHS Institute Law and Technology talk - Martin Adams](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/07/law-talk-martin-adams/) - We were delighted to welcome Martin Adams, a global thought leader in technology and the law, to CCHS today to deliver a talk and workshop for our Sixth Form students. Martin is a World Economic Forum Global Innovator, a Maserati Top 100 Entrepreneur and the founder of one of Time Magazine’s ‘Most Influential Businesses’. Students
- [Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge - Grand Final](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/08/jack-petchey-speak-out-challenge-grand-final/) - On Monday, Zoe (Year 10) competed in the Grand Final of the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge, taking to the stage of the prestigious Cambridge Theatre in London’s West End to deliver a speech entitled ‘The Pocket Problem’ – a scathing feminist critique of women’s fashion design. From an initial 35,000 students at the start
- [Mary Kenyon Poetry Prize 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/07/mary-kenyon-poetry-prize-2026-2/) - Many thanks to Caroline Kenyon, Henry Kenyon and Mr Carter, who judged the entries for this year’s Mary Kenyon Poetry Competition. This is the eighth year that this prestigious competition has been offered at CCHS, thanks to the generosity of Caroline and Henry Kenyon, in memory of Mary Kenyon (CCHS alumna), and the great work
- [European Astro Pi Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/07/european-astro-pi-challenge/) - Congratulations to Minaal and Leela in Year 7, who recently took part in the European Astro Pi Challenge 2025–2026 (Mission Space Lab). As part of a collaborative team, their computer program was successfully run on board the International Space Station, orbiting 400km above Earth at a speed of around 28,000 km/h – an incredible achievement!
- [Enrichment Day 3](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/06/enrichment-day-3-3/) - We are looking forward to our Enrichment Day today, including welcoming pupils from local primary schools for a day of creative learning. Enrichment Days - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CSES TEXPO 2026 Awards Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/09/cses-texpo-2026-awards-evening/) - This evening, students from our four shortlisted teams will attend the CSES TEXPO 2026 Awards Evening. Being selected as finalists is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the hard work, creativity and commitment of our students. We wish them every success this evening. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Chelmsford
- [Year 10 & Year 12 Art Trip](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/08/year-10-year-12-art-trip/) - Our Year 10 and Year 12 Art students are looking forward to visiting the Victoria and Albert Museum today.
- [Cabaret Concert](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/07/cabaret-concert-3/) - We are looking forward to our Cabaret Concert taking place this week, with performances this evening and tomorrow evening. Congratulations to our student musicians, who have worked so hard to prepare for their performances. Thank you also to the Music Department, including our wonderful Instrumental Music Teachers, for all their hard work and support in
- [ABRSM Exams](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/07/abrsm-exams-3/) - Best of luck to all our student musicians taking their ABRSM exams today and tomorrow. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [U15 Regional Cricket Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/01/u15-regional-cricket-finals/) - All the best to the CCHS students taking part in the U15 Regional Cricket Competition Final today! Sports – Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Health and Social Care Expo 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/01/health-and-social-care-expo-2026/) - Today, some of our Year 12 students are attending a Health and Social Care careers event at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). Through sessions with academics and student ambassadors, students are exploring university pathways in Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work and Public Health, as well as meeting NHS professionals to learn more about the wide range of
- [Oxford University Open Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/01/year-12-oxford-university-open-day/) - Year 12 students are attending the Oxford University Open Day today, gaining a valuable insight into university life. Through talks, events and Q&A sessions with academic tutors and current students, they are exploring the exciting opportunities available as they begin to consider their next steps beyond A-level study. CCHS Aspire: University and Employment - Chelmsford
- [U13 Essex Cricket Cup Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/02/u13-essex-cricket-cup-finals/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, who are competing in the U13 Essex Cricket Cup final today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [U15 State School Softball Essex Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/03/u15-state-school-softball-essex-finals/) - Best of luck to all our students competing in the U15 Essex Softball Cricket final today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CSES TEXPO 2026 Outcome](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/29/cses-texpo-2026-outcome/) - Congratulations to all CCHS students who proudly represented the school at the CSES TEXPO 2026. We are delighted to confirm that four of our teams have been shortlisted to receive an award - a fantastic accomplishment that reflects the dedication and talent of our students. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Elite Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/02/elite-challenge-2/) - Today, a number of our Year 12 students have opted to sit the CCHS Elite Challenge, an examination-style piece of work combining elements of literature, art, technology, history, critical theory and more. Designed to offer an extremely high level of academic challenge, this optional exam is devised and run entirely in-house and, for the third
- [Year 12 A-level Physics Trip](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/07/02/year-12-a-level-physics-trip/) - Our Year 12 A-level Physics students are looking forward to a trip to Adventure Island today.
- [Year 12 Experience of the World of Work Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/29/year-12-experience-of-the-world-of-work-day/) - All the best to our Year 12 students with their ‘Experience of the World of Work Day’ today and thank you to all the companies and organisations who are supporting us with this. Careers - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) CCHS Aspire: University and Employment - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Sports Award Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/30/sports-award-evening-3/) - We are looking forward to our Sports Award Evening today. There is so much to celebrate across a host of sports. Many congratulations to our brilliant sportswomen and thank you to our PE Department. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Junior Speech Days - Year 9 and Year 8](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/29/junior-speech-days-year-9-and-year-8/) - We are looking forward to celebrating the many wonderful achievements of our students at the Junior Speech Day events taking place today for Year 9 and tomorrow for Year 8. Many congratulations to all those who will be receiving awards, and congratulations to all our students who have worked so well this year. Thank you to
- [Year 10 trip to Normandy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/29/year-10-trip-to-normandy-2/) - Our Year 10 trip to Normandy takes place this week. All the best to our students and thank you to the French Department and Miss Silva for all their work and support with this trip. French - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Industrial Cadets success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/25/industrial-cadets-success-2/) - Huge congratulations to the CCHS Industrial Cadets who achieved wonderfully well at yesterday’s celebration event, held at the Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge. The Year 9 Industrial Cadets Bronze team and Year 12 Gold team achieved outstanding success, with both projects nominated for Best Project of the Year. The Bronze team received a Highly
- [Debate Activity](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/24/kegs-debate/) - Our CCHS Debate team are taking part in a friendly debate with KEGS today, offering a valuable opportunity for students to gain experience, build confidence, and showcase their competitive debating skills.
- [TEXPO: Annual Schools' Technology Exhibition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/26/texpo-annual-schools-technology-exhibition/) - Our students are looking forward to participating in the TEXPO Competition taking place today at Anglia Ruskin University, organised by the Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society (CSES), which promises to be an exciting opportunity to showcase their innovation and creativity. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Chelmsford Science and Engineering
- [Sixth Form Induction Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/26/sixth-form-induction-day-4/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students (returning and new) to our Sixth Form Induction day today. Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [New Intake Taster Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/24/new-intake-taster-day-2/) - We are looking forward to welcoming the girls who will be our new Year 7 cohort in September to their New Intake Taster Day today. Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Industrial Cadets Celebration Event](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/24/13385/) - Our Year 12 Gold team and Year 9 Bronze team are attending the Industrial Cadets Celebration Event, being held today at the Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge. We are incredibly proud of all students involved and wish them the very best as they represent the school at this prestigious event. Thank you to the
- [Geography Trip](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/22/geography-trip/) - Our A-level Geographers have their course fieldtrip this week. All the best to our students and thank you to the Geography Department and staff for all their work and support with this fieldtrip. Geography - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS Arts Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/22/cchs-arts-week-2/) - We are looking forward to a week of creativity across the school with our Arts Week, celebrating the fantastic artistic talents and expression within our community. Throughout the week, students and staff will have the opportunity to get involved in a variety of exciting activities across the arts, including pop-up dance, drama and music performances,
- [Year 12 Art Workshop with Visiting Artist Sarah Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/16/year-12-art-workshop-with-visiting-artist-sarah-day/) - Our Year 12 A-level Art students have the exciting opportunity to work with a professional artist as part of their course today. Sarah Day from Greenacres Glass, a skilled fused glass artist, will be spending the day in school leading a hands-on workshop.
- [Year 12 Trip to Lille](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/16/year-12-trip-to-lille-2/) - Our Year 12 trip to Lille takes place this week. All the best to our students and thank you to Mrs Caffier, Mrs Guilloux and Miss Silva for all their work and support with this trip. French - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 13 Theatre Studies Trip to The Globe Theatre](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/19/year-13-theatre-studies-trip-to-the-globe-theatre/) - We are looking forward to our Year 113 Theatre Studies trip to The Globe Theatre today. Educational Trips and Visits - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 10 Experience of the Workplace Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/19/year-10-experience-of-the-workplace-day/) - All the best to our Year 10 students with their ‘Experience of the Workplace Day’ today and thank you to all the companies and organisations who are supporting us with this. Careers - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) CCHS Aspire: University and Employment - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [HPQ Presentations](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/18/hpq-presentations-2/) - All the best to our students who are undertaking their HPQ (Higher Project Qualification) Presentations today. Challenge - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [U15 Essex Open Cup Cricket Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/17/u15-essex-open-cup-cricket-finals/) - Best of luck to all our students competing in the U15 Essex Open Cup Cricket Final today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 8 Trip to Bletchley Park](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/17/year-8-trip-to-bletchley-park/) - Our Year 8 students are looking forward to a trip to Bletchley Park today. Educational Trips and Visits - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CESSSA Track & Field Championships](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/16/cesssa-track-field-championships/) - All the best to our students competing at the CESSSA Track & Field Championships today.
- [U15 Essex State School Cricket Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/15/u15-essex-state-school-cricket-finals/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, who are competing in the U15 Essex State School Cricket Finals today.
- [Arts Award Success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/09/arts-award-success-2/) - Many congratulations to all Year 8 students who took part in the Arts Award Bronze project. We are delighted that every student achieved their Bronze award! The Arts Award scheme is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore the arts in all its forms: from creating and participating, to watching live performances, researching inspiring artists,
- [Pre-Loved Uniform Event](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/12/pre-loved-uniform-event/) - The CCHS Parents' Association is hosting a pre-loved uniform event on Saturday 13th June from 11am to 1pm, taking place in the Languages Foyer and the Year 12 Common Room. This is a great opportunity for families to purchase quality second-hand uniform at affordable prices. Thank you to the Parents’ Association for organising this event.
- [Cambridge Chemistry Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/12/cambridge-chemistry-challenge-2/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge today. About | Cambridge Chemistry Challenge STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [U15 Essex Cup Cricket](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/11/u15-essex-cup-cricket-2/) - Wishing the CCHS team the best of luck as they compete in the U15 Essex Cup cricket match today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [U15 Essex Cup Cricket](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/10/u15-essex-cup-cricket/) - Wishing the CCHS team the best of luck as they compete in the U15 Essex Cup cricket match today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [U13 MESSSA Tennis](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/09/u13-messsa-tennis/) - All the best to our Year 7 and Year 8 students who are competing in the U13 MESSSA tennis competition today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Regional Athletics Final](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/09/regional-athletics-final/) - Best of luck to our Year 9 and Year 10 students taking part in the Regional Athletics Final today! Sports – Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [MESSSA Tennis](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/08/messsa-tennis/) - All the best to our Year 9 students who are competing in the MESSSA tennis competition today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [U15 Mid-Essex Cup Cricket](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/09/u15-mid-essex-cup-cricket/) - Wishing the CCHS team the best of luck as they compete in the Essex U15 Mid-Essex Cup cricket match today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Maths Competitions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/09/maths-competitions-2/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Junior Maths Kangaroo and the British Mathematical Olympiad competitions today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators, University of Oxford](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/04/anthea-bell-prize-for-young-translators-university-of-oxford-3/) - We are thrilled that Alyna, Year 11, has been awarded Area Winner (East) of the German Level 3 Prize for her entry to the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators, a national competition run by the Queen’s College Translation Exchange at the University of Oxford. As the University notes, “over 25,000 students participated in the
- [Year 6 Sports Programme](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/04/year-6-sports-programme/) - We look forward to welcoming the girls who will be joining us as our new Year 7 cohort in September to the first of our sports sessions at CCHS this evening. These sessions offer a variety of sports activities, consisting of team games and core skills. They also provide a fantastic opportunity for students to
- [Regional Athletics Final](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/05/13265/) - All the best to our Year 7 and Year 8 students taking part in the final of the Regional Athletics competition today! Sports – Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Art Exhibition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/05/art-exhibition/) - We are looking forward to the CCHS Art Exhibition this evening. What a privilege it is for us to view the brilliant work of our student artists. Many congratulations to the students and thank you to our Art Department. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 10 History Trip to The Globe Theatre and The Golden Hinde](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/05/year-10-history-trip-to-the-globe-theatre-and-the-golden-hinde/) - We are looking forward to our Year 10 History trip to The Globe Theatre and The Golden Hinde today. Educational Trips and Visits - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Higher Education Information Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/04/higher-education-information-evening/) - We will be holding our online Higher Education Evening today and look forward to welcoming students and their families. Thank you to Mrs Hopkins and Dr Palmer for organising and hosting this important opportunity. CCHS Aspire: University and Employment - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [New Intake Welcome Meetings](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/06/04/new-intake-welcome-meetings/) - We’re looking forward to welcoming the girls who will be joining us as our new Year 7 cohort in September, at our welcome meetings taking place today and tomorrow. Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS achieves two National School Attendance Awards](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/22/cchs-achieves-two-national-school-attendance-awards/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls has achieved two National School Attendance Awards from the prestigious Fischer Family Trust (FFT), the leading independent provider of school data, reporting and literacy programmes, used by thousands of schools across England and Wales. The first award relates to CCHS being in the Top 10% of all FFT Secondary Schools
- [GAIN Trading Challenge 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/19/gain-trading-challenge-2026/) - Congratulations to our students who achieved 3rd and 4th place out of 151 teams in the GAIN Trading Challenge 2026. Competing against many other high-performing schools, this outstanding result makes CCHS the top performing centre in the competition. Over the course of the eight-week challenge, students analysed Next plc, producing both a business report and
- [Outdoor Athletics Cup Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/20/outdoor-athletics-cup-competition/) - All the best to our students taking part in the Outdoor Athletics Cup competition today! Sports – Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Mid Essex Junior and Intermediate Athletics Trials](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/07/mid-essex-junior-and-intermediate-athletics-trials/) - Best of luck to all our students competing in the Mid Essex Junior and Intermediate Athletics Trials today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [House Cricket](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/20/house-cricket-3/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in this week’s House Cricket competitions. The Year 10 competition takes place today, followed by Year 9 tomorrow. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [House Tennis](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/18/house-tennis-2/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in the House Tennis competitions taking place today, tomorrow and Friday. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Admirals Reach Care Home Visit](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/13/admirals-reach-care-home-visit/) - A group of Year 9 students will be visiting the Admirals Reach Care Home today, where they will be spending valuable time engaging with residents, building meaningful connections across generations, and performing a mini concert. Their performance will include a range of well-known pieces, from Pink Panther to Piano Man by Billy Joel.
- [House Tennis](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/11/house-tennis/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in the first rounds of our House Tennis competitions this week. Students in Years 7 and 8 will be competing today and tomorrow, followed by students in Years 9 and 10 on Friday. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [ESAA Field & Track Cup](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/14/esaa-field-track-cup/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, who are competing in the English Schools’ Athletic Association Track & Field Cup competition today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [House Cricket](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/12/house-cricket-2/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in the House Cricket competitions taking place this week. Our Year 8 competition takes place today, followed by Year 10 tomorrow, and Year 9 on Thursday. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Junior Physics Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/05/junior-physics-challenge/) - Good luck to all our students participating in the Junior Physics Challenge competition, which is taking place this week and next week. BPhO STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Industrial Cadets Presentation](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/06/industrial-cadets-presentation/) - Best wishes to the Industrial Cadets Gold team as they present their project to industry experts tomorrow for their Gold Award assessment. A massive thank you to the mentors from Leonardo and the University of Cambridge Engineering Department for their invaluable support in helping the team design and build a small remotely controllable robot capable
- [Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award Training Weekend](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/08/duke-of-edinburgh-bronze-award-training-weekend/) - This weekend, students will be taking part in their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award training weekend, where they will develop key expedition skills, including navigation and teamwork, in preparation for their forthcoming expeditions. We wish all participants every success over the weekend. DofE - The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Duke of Edinburgh’s Award - Chelmsford County
- [Year 13 Assembly](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/08/year-13-assembly-2/) - Today we hold our final assembly with our Year 13 students, to thank them for the many ways they have enriched our school community and to wish them every success in their forthcoming A‑level examinations. Vitai Lampada Ferimus. Alumnae - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 13 Parents’ Farewell Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/07/year-13-parents-farewell-evening-2/) - We look forward to a wonderful celebration evening with our Year 13 students and their parents this evening, as we thank and congratulate this extraordinary year group. We are truly grateful to have taught and worked with them and wish them every success in their forthcoming examinations.
- [House Cricket](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/05/05/house-cricket/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in the House Cricket competitions taking place this week. Our Year 8 competition takes place today, followed by Year 10 tomorrow, and Year 9 on Thursday. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Commemoration - 119th Anniversary of the Foundation of CCHS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/30/commemoration-119th-anniversary-of-the-foundation-of-cchs/) - We mark the 119th anniversary of the foundation of CCHS with our Commemoration Assemblies today. 2026 also marks the 110th anniversary of the first CCHS alumna to complete her university studies – Winifred Picking, Girton College, University of Cambridge, in 1916. Indeed, colleagues at Girton College are also marking this anniversary with us today, through their
- [Open Evening (Year 7)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/30/open-evening-year-7-2/) - We look forward to welcoming families to our Year 7 Open Evening taking place later today. Admissions - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Junior Maths Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/29/junior-maths-challenge/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Junior Maths Challenge competition today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS PA Clothes Recycling Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/27/cchs-pa-clothes-recycling-competition/)
- [Arkwright Scholars](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/27/arkwright-scholars-2/) - Congratulations to our three Year 11 students, Ophelia, Eleanor and Erin, who have been selected as Arkwright Scholars through the prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarships programme. Arkwright Engineering Scholarships
- [Elevate Education AI Workshops](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/20/elevate-education-ai-workshops/) - Our Year 9 students will be taking part in AI sessions with Elevate Education today. These workshops aim to help learners understand AI and how to use it responsibly in their learning. Students will explore what AI and Large Language Models are, what they can and cannot do, and how students are currently using them.
- [House Cakes](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/24/house-cakes/) - We are looking forward to the House Cakes competition taking place today! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Industrial Cadets Leonardo site visit](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/23/industrial-cadets-leonardo-site-visit/) - Our Bronze and Gold Industrial Cadet students will be taking part in a site visit to Leonardo today as part of the Industrial Cadets project. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Programmes Industrial Cadets
- [House Benchball](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/21/house-benchball/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in the House Basketball competitions taking place this week. Our Year 11 competition takes place today, followed by Years 12, 13 and Staff tomorrow, and Year 9 on Thursday. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Senior Speech Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/15/senior-speech-day-2/) - We are looking forward to our Speech Day, at Chelmsford Cathedral, later today – an opportunity to celebrate the work and achievements of former senior students, now alumnae. Alumnae - Chelmsford County High School for Girls The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [U13 Essex Cricket Tier 2 Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/14/u13-essex-cricket-tier-2-finals/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, who are competing in the U13 Essex Cricket Tier 2 Finals today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Sian Cleaver, CCHS Alumna, and her work on the Artemis II mission](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/13/sian-cleaver-cchs-alumna-and-her-work-on-the-artemis-ii-mission/) - The Times recently published an article on Sian Cleaver, CCHS alumna and spacecraft engineer, focusing on her role in supporting the Artemis II mission. In the article, it is noted that: As a grammar school pupil at Chelmsford County High School for Girls, she thrived in her physics classes. “Because I went to an all-girls
- [Night at the Musicals - Essex Chronicle article](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/04/13/night-at-the-musicals-essex-chronicle-article/) - Many congratulations to Ava, Katherine and Ella, who were featured in an article published in the Essex Chronicle about their fantastic ‘Night at the Musicals’ event. The event raised an impressive £3,000 for the Belinda Starling Memorial Fund. Please follow the link below to read the full article. Essex Chronicle - Belinda Starling | April
- [Congratulations!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/26/congratulations-4/) - Many congratulations to Maddie (Year 8) who represented the England team in the Schools’ International Athletics Board (SIAB) competition last weekend. Maddie came third in her race, which is a fantastic achievement. Well done, Maddie! English Schools' Athletic Association
- [ABRSM success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/24/abrsm-success/) - Congratulations to all our student musicians who took their ABRSM exams last week. We are delighted that all 27 students passed, with many achieving merits and distinctions. Thank you to our instrumental colleagues for their dedication in preparing the students, and to Mrs Gross for her invaluable support. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School
- [Active Travel Ambassadors](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/25/active-travel-ambassadors/) - Good luck to our Active Travel Ambassadors, who will be pitching their travel campaign ideas to a panel of experts at the Campaign Junction Event at Chelmsford County Hall today.
- [Institute of Physics Lecture](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/26/institute-of-physics-lecture-2/) - Dr Cathy White from BT Research will be presenting an Institute of Physics and Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society public lecture this afternoon: “How Quantum Light is rewriting the future of Computing and Communications”. Thank you to Mrs Kurian for arranging this academic enrichment opportunity for students and staff.
- [Spring Concerts 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/25/spring-concerts-2026/) - We are looking forward to this year's Spring Concert, which is taking place today and tomorrow. Thank you to all our talented student musicians and the wonderful CCHS Music Department. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 12 A-level Theatre Studies Trip](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/24/year-12-a-level-theatre-studies-trip/) - Our Year 12 A-level Theatre Studies students are looking forward to seeing 'MacBeth' by Flabbergast Theatre, at Chelmsford Theatre today.
- [World Poetry Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/21/world-poetry-day-2/) - Saturday 21st March, World Poetry Day: “practiced throughout history – in every culture and on every continent – poetry speaks to our common humanity and our shared values, transforming the simplest of poems into a powerful catalyst for dialogue and peace.” World Poetry Day | UNESCO
- [Essay Competition Winner!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/20/essay-competition-winner-2/) - Many congratulations to Kaylee (Year 13) who has won the prestigious Lord Wilson TWS Essay Prize competition! Kaylee’s winning essay outlined policy recommendations to help the NHS reach targets for hospital waiting times. Board of Patrons | THE WILBERFORCE SOCIETY
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/27/thank-you-12/)
- [Jack Petchey 'Speak Out' Challenge Regional Winner](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/20/jack-petchey-speak-out-challenge-regional-winner/) - Huge congratulations to Zoe, Year 10, who was the Regional Winner at the Jack Petchey ‘Speak Out’ Challenge competition last night – tremendous work and a wonderful achievement! The Jack Petchey Foundation Award Scheme - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Enrichment Day 2](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/17/enrichment-day-2-2/) - We are looking forward to our Enrichment Day today, including welcoming pupils from local primary schools for a day of language learning. Enrichment Days - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS student selected to represent England in International Cross Country Championship](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/17/cchs-student-selected-to-represent-england-in-international-cross-country-championship/) - We are thrilled that Maddie, Year 8, has been selected to represent England in the Home Countries’ International Schools’ Cross Country Championship, which will be held in Bangor, Wales, later this month. Many congratulations to Maddie – we are so proud of you! English Schools' Athletic Association
- [Junior Chemistry Challenge Outcome](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/13/junior-chemistry-challenge-outcome/) - Many congratulations to the students who were awarded Gold, Silver or Copper in the Junior Chemistry Challenge.
- [PA Spring Disco](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/20/pa-spring-disco/) - Thank you to the Parents’ Association, who have organised this evening’s Spring Disco for students. Parents’ Association (The PA) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [A-level taster lessons for prospective new Sixth Form students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/18/a-level-taster-lessons-for-prospective-new-sixth-form-students/) - We look forward to welcoming our prospective new Sixth Form Students into school for A-Level taster lessons across today, Thursday and Friday. This valuable opportunity will provide a clearer sense of what makes the Sixth Form at CCHS both special and successful.
- [ABRSM Exams](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/20/abrsm-exams-2/) - Best of luck to all our student musicians taking their ABRSM exams today. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Intermediate Maths Kangaroo & Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/19/intermediate-maths-kangaroo-olympiad/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Intermediate Maths Kangaroo & Olympiad competitions today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [ABRSM Exams](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/16/abrsm-exams/) - Best of luck to all our student musicians taking their ABRSM exams today. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [‘A Night at the Musicals’](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/18/a-night-at-the-musicals/) - We are looking forward to this evening's performance of 'A Night at the Musicals'. Congratulations and thank you to all those involved who have worked exceptionally hard to rehearse and prepare for what will be a fantastic performance.
- [British Science Week 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/09/british-science-week-2026/) - “British Science Week is a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths that will take place between 6th – 15th March 2026.” We are looking forward to the activities that will be taking place at CCHS. British Science Week homepage - British Science Week
- [CCHS PA Mother's Day Sale](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/13/cchs-pa-mothers-day-sale/)
- [House Winter Games](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/13/house-winter-games/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in the House Winter Games today! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Vibrant Voices, Chelmsford Theatre](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/09/vibrant-voices-chelmsford-theatre/) - Our Symphony Orchestra is looking forward to performing at the Vibrant Voices concert at Chelmsford Theatre today. Vibrant Voices - Chelmsford Theatre
- [World Book Day Author Visit, Michelle Harrison](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/09/world-book-day-author-visit-michelle-harrison/) - We are delighted to welcome author Michelle Harrison to the school today as part of our World Book Day celebrations.
- [Sian Cleaver, CCHS Alumna, interviewed by the BBC on International Women's Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/09/sian-cleaver-cchs-alumna-interviewed-by-the-bbc-on-international-womens-day/) - Yesterday, on International Women’s Day, Sian Cleaver, CCHS Alumna, spoke to the BBC about her roots in Essex, her work as a spacecraft engineer on the Artemis II mission, and her ambitions for the future of women in STEM. Please follow the link below for the BBC News article: Being an Essex girl never held
- [Mary Kenyon Poetry Prize 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/02/mary-kenyon-poetry-prize-2026/) - The English Department is excited to launch this year’s Mary Kenyon Poetry Prize – a competition to find the best poems written by CCHS students. There are three competitions: one for Years 7-9, one for Years 10-11 and one for Years 12-13. This year’s prompt is ‘LIGHT’. Poems should be submitted by Wednesday 25th March.
- [National Cipher Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/04/national-cipher-challenge/) - Best of luck to our four Year 10 students who are attending the National Cipher Challenge prize-giving ceremony today. STEM & STEAM – Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [LTA Tennis National Semi Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/05/lta-tennis-national-semi-finals/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the LTA Tennis National Semi Finals today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [World Book Day 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/05/world-book-day-2026/) - We are celebrating World Book Day today, with lots of books available in the John Moore Library for students to enjoy! Educators - World Book Day The John Moore Library - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Intermediate and Senior Physics Challenge Outcome](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/27/intermediate-and-senior-physics-online-challenge/) - Many congratulations to the students who were awarded Gold, Silver or Bronze in the Intermediate and Senior Physics challenges. Thank you to Mrs Kurian, the Physics Department, Miss Weyman, Mrs Hassan and Mrs Styles for all their support organising this fantastic opportunity for the students.
- [Silver CREST Award Outcomes](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/27/silver-crest-award-outcomes/) - Huge congratulations to our Year 11 students Vaishnavi, Karthika, Nathania, Sarrah, Riya, Snithika, Anshu, Ophelia and Ennette whose engineering projects have achieved the Silver CREST Award. Congratulations to Aashrita in Year 12 who submitted her project Everguard for a Silver Award, but the assessor was so impressed with the high quality of her work that
- [National Careers Week, 2nd - 7th March 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/02/national-careers-week-2nd-7th-march-2026/) - This year, National Careers Week (NCW) runs from 2nd to 7th March, focusing on helping students explore career options and plan their future pathways by spotlighting exciting resources and online actives about career options. National Careers Week | National Careers Service. National Careers Week 2026 - Teaching Resources - BBC Teach Welcome - National Careers
- [International Women's Day 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/03/06/international-womens-day-2026/) - Sunday 8th March marks the 115th anniversary of International Women’s Day. International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender equality. Our new Senior Prefects delivered the whole-school assemblies last week, reflecting on International Women's Day and how
- [Year 9 and 11 House Basketball](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/24/year-9-and-11-house-basketball/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in the Year 9 House Basketball competition today and the Year 11 competition on Thursday! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Essex Cross Country Championships](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/24/essex-cross-country-championships/) - All the best to our students in Year 7 and 8 who are competing in the Essex Cross Country Championships today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Senior Prefect Team - Whole-School Assemblies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/24/senior-prefect-team-whole-school-assemblies/) - Many thanks to our wonderful new Senior Prefect team, who are delivering the whole-school assemblies this week.
- [International Economics student-led online conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/11/international-economics-student-led-online-conference/) - Our Year 12 Economics students are attending a student-led Business Economics online conference today. Chelmsford County High School for Girls | Economics
- [Safer Internet Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/10/safer-internet-day-2/) - “Safer Internet Day 2026 takes place today, 10th of February, based around the theme ‘Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI’. Over the years, Safer Internet Day has become a landmark event in the online safety calendar. Starting as an initiative of the EU SafeBorders project in 2004 and
- [Model United Nations (MUN) Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/12/model-united-nations-mun-conference-2/) - Our Year 12 students are holding their Model United Nations (MUN) Conference today. Model United Nations | United Nations The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Operation Wallacea Meeting - Mexico 2027](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/10/operation-wallacea-meeting-mexico-2027/) - We are looking forward to this evening’s information evening, where we will inform interested students and their parents about the exciting A level Mexico adventure taking place in July 2027.
- [House Pancakes](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/10/house-pancakes/) - We are looking forward to House Pancakes today! Best of luck to everyone participating in the competition. House System
- [Children's Mental Health Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/09/childrens-mental-health-week-2/) - From Monday 9th February to Friday 13th February it is Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week. This year, the theme is 'This Is My Place' exploring our sense of belonging as individuals. As a school, we will be exploring this theme across the week in Form Time - celebrating the importance of self care and mental health
- [Intermediate UK Linguistics Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/06/intermediate-uk-linguistics-olympiad/) - Fifteen students across Years 11 and 12 are taking part in the Intermediate UK Linguistics Olympiad today. They'll be tackling 4 exercises on a range of languages that they've never seen before - and possibly never even heard of! We wish them the best of luck.
- [Sian Cleaver, CCHS Alumna, and the return to the Moon](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/26/sian-cleaver-cchs-alumna-and-the-return-to-the-moon/) - Last year, Sian Cleaver was the guest speaker at our Senior Speech Day ceremony, held at Chelmsford Cathedral, celebrating the achievements and contributions of our senior students. Sian, who completed her A-level studies at CCHS in 2008, is now a spacecraft engineer at Airbus, and has worked on the Orion spacecraft as part of the
- [CCHS Parents' Association Quiz Night](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/02/cchs-parents-association-quiz-night/) - A reminder that the CCHS Parents’ Association are hosting a Quiz Night on Friday. All parents, teachers, students and friends welcome! Please see the poster below for further details. Parents’ Association - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Years 9 & 12 Careers Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/05/years-9-12-careers-evening/) - Our Careers Evening for Years 9 and 12 is taking place today. Thank you to all the companies, organisations and individuals who are supporting us. CCHS Futures
- [Year 10 GCSE Drama & Theatre Studies Trip](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/05/year-10-gcse-drama-theatre-studies-trip/) - Our Year 10 GCSE Drama & Theatre Studies students are looking forward to seeing 'The Woman in Black' at Chelmsford Theatre today.
- [Years 8 and 9 House Debate](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/06/years-8-and-9-house-debate/) - We are looking forward to the Year 8 and Year 9 House debate competition today. Good luck to all students taking part! House System – Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Years 12 and 13 House Debate](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/05/years-12-and-13-house-debate/) - We are looking forward to the Year 12 and Year 13 House debate competition today. Good luck to all students taking part! House System – Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Years 10 and 11 House Debate](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/03/years-10-and-11-house-debate/) - We are looking forward to the Year 10 and Year 11 House debate competition today. Good luck to all students taking part! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Top 200 Sporting Schools 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/28/top-200-sporting-schools-2025/) - We are delighted to inform you that the School Sports Magazine has listed our school in the top 200 sporting schools for 2025. In terms of the headlines for CCHS: 126th nationally amongst all state and independent schools 41st nationally amongst all state schools 5th nationally amongst all girls' grammar schools We are very proud
- [Maths Fest 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/02/maths-fest-2026/) - Our Year 12 students are looking forward to ‘Maths Fest 2026’ at The Royal Institution today. MathsFest 2026
- [Junior Chemistry Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/02/03/junior-chemistry-challenge/) - Good luck to our Year 10 students who are participating in the Junior Chemistry Challenge today. Junior Chemistry Challenge
- [House Clothing Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/27/house-clothing-competition/) - A reminder that the CCHS Parents’ Association House Clothing Competition is taking place on Friday! Parents’ Association - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Animal Farm](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/29/animal-farm-3/) - We are looking forward to this year's school production of ‘Animal Farm’. Congratulations to all those involved who have worked hard to rehearse and prepare for what will be another set of fantastic performances. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [International Chemistry Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/28/international-chemistry-olympiad/) - All the best to our Year 13 students participating in the International Chemistry Olympiad today.
- [Intermediate Maths Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/28/intermediate-maths-challenge/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Intermediate Maths Challenge today. STEM & STEAM – Chelmsford County High School for Girls UKMT
- [Intermediate Physics Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/29/intermediate-physics-challenge/) - Good luck to our students who are participating in the Intermediate Physics Challenge today. BPhO STEM & STEAM – Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Perse Coding Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/26/perse-coding-challenge/) - Good luck to all of our students who are participating in the Perse Coding Challenge this morning.
- [Sixth Form Insights Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/22/sixth-form-insights-evening-2/) - We are looking forward to welcoming prospective students, and their families, to our Sixth Form Insights Evening this evening. If you are interested in joining the CCHS Sixth Form (September 2026 start), please do visit our website. Sixth Form Admissions | Chelmsford County High School for Girls Sixth Form Prospectus
- [Holocaust Memorial Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/27/holocaust-memorial-day-2/) - “The theme for Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) 2026, 'Bridging Generations', is a call-to-action. A reminder that the responsibility of remembrance doesn't end with the survivors - it lives on through their children, their grandchildren and through all of us. This theme encourages us all to engage actively with the past - to listen, to learn
- [Prefect Training](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/21/prefect-training/) - Prefect training for our new Senior Prefects and House, Sports, Dance and Global Citizenship officials is taking place at the Old Chelmsfordians today.
- [Senior Biology Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/23/senior-biology-challenge/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Senior Biology Challenge today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 13 German Study Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/23/year-13-german-study-day/) - Our Year 13 German students are in London this Saturday, attending a German Study Day taking place at St Paul’s Girls’ School. German - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Arts Enterprise Workshop with ‘Culture Chelmsford’](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/22/arts-enterprise-workshop-with-culture-chelmsford/) - 'Culture Chelmsford' are delivering an Arts Enterprise Workshop to our students today.
- [British Maths Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/21/british-maths-olympiad-2/) - All the best to our students who are participating in the second round of the British Mathematical Olympiad competition today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Senior Physics Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/20/senior-physics-challenge/) - Good luck to our Year 12 students who are participating in the Senior Physics Challenge today. BPhO STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Oxford & Cambridge Online Information Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/19/oxford-cambridge-online-information-evening/) - We are looking forward to our annual Oxford & Cambridge Information Evening, taking place this evening, and are delighted to welcome students from local schools to join us. We extend our sincere thanks to Dr Sam Lucy, former Director of Admissions for the Cambridge Colleges (2016–2023) and current Admissions Tutor at Newnham College, Cambridge, for
- [School Production Rehearsal - Animal Farm](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/16/animal-farm-2/) - Our students will be continuing their rehearsals for our school production of Animal Farm this weekend. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 9 House Badminton](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/15/year-9-house-badminton/) - We are looking forward to the first round of Year 9 House badminton today! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Prefect Handover Assembly](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/15/prefect-handover-assembly-2/) - We are holding our Prefect Handover Assembly today, to thank Year 13 students for their work as school officials, and to welcome Year 12 students to their new roles.
- [Gold Industrial Cadets, Cambridge University Engineering Department](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/14/12251/) - Our Sixth Form Industrial Cadets will be at the University of Cambridge today and tomorrow as part of their Gold Award projects. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Programmes Industrial Cadets University of Cambridge
- [Commedia dell’arte Workshop](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/14/commedia-dellarte-workshop/) - Our A-level Drama students are attending a Commedia dell’arte Workshop today.
- [Essex Schools Indoor Cricket Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/12/essex-schools-indoor-cricket-competition/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, who are competing in the Essex Schools Indoor Cricket Competition today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS School Production 2026 – ‘Animal Farm’](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/06/animal-farm/) - We are looking forward to our forthcoming school production of George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’. Congratulations to the cast and crew, who are working hard in rehearsals, and many thanks to Miss Day, who is directing the show.
- [British Physics Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/08/british-physics-olympiad-2/) - Huge congratulations to our Year 13 students who performed incredibly well in the British Physics Olympiad (BPhO) which took place last term. Manasvi achieved a Bronze Award; and Anna, Annabel, Arthie and Gracie achieved Silver Awards. Thank you to Mrs Kurian, Mrs Connolly, Dr Cannon, Mr Woodward, Mrs Styles, Mrs Hassan and Mrs Mears for
- [National Year of Reading 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2026/01/05/national-year-of-reading-2026/) - The National Literacy Trust, in partnership with the Department for Education, have unveiled “Go All In” as the brand identity for the National Year of Reading 2026, a landmark campaign to reignite a nationwide passion for reading. National Year of Reading 2026 | National Literacy Trust Mrs Howell and Mrs Davis will be launching a
- [Royal Society of Chemistry Top of the Bench Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/17/top-of-the-bench-competition-2025-2/) - Many congratulations to Aanya (Year 9), Sheena (Year 9), Aisha (Year 10) and Vaishnavi (Year 11) who came third in the 'Top of the Bench' competition, which took place at the University of East London yesterday. Thank you to Mrs Busby and Miss Vaughan for organising this fantastic opportunity. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County
- [Pantomime Trip](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/17/pantomime/) - Our Year 7 students are looking forward to a trip to the Pantomime today.
- [Grammaticus Concert](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/15/grammaticus-concert/) - The wonderful Grammaticus Choir held their Christmas Concert on Sunday at CCHS. There was much festive fun and exquisite music, with refreshments provided by the Parents' Association. Congratulations to the brilliant singers and players of Grammaticus and thank you for the generous donation of funds from the concert to the CCHS Community.
- [Carol Service](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/16/carol-service/) - We are looking forward to the Carol Service taking place at Chelmsford Cathedral today.
- [House Decorated Classrooms](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/15/house-decorated-classrooms/) - We are looking forward to the House Decorated Classrooms competition taking place today! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Top of the Bench Competition 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/16/top-of-the-bench-competition-2025/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the 'Top of the Bench' competition, taking place at the University of East London today. This a national competition offered by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/18/thank-you-11/)
- [CSES Christmas Lecture at ARU](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/10/cses-christmas-lecture-at-aru/) - Students in Year 10 and Year 11 are attending the Chelmsford Science & Engineering Society annual Christmas lecture at Anglia Ruskin University today. Professor Neil Lawrence, DeepMind Professor of Machine Learning at The University of Cambridge, will be discussing the world of Artificial Intelligence. Professor Lawrence will talk about the limitations of artificial intelligence, why
- [A-level German Film Study Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/10/12083/) - Our A-level German students are attending a German Film Study Day in London today. German - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS Christmas Concert 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/10/cchs-christmas-concert-2025/) - We are looking forward to our Christmas Concerts this week. Thank you to our fantastic Music Department and our brilliant student musicians, who have prepared another wonderful programme. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [National Schools Cross Country Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/08/national-schools-cross-country-competition-3/) - Huge congratulations to the CCHS Team, who came 4th at the ESAA National Finals of the Cross Country Schools Cup, which took place in Warwickshire at the weekend – we are so proud of these outstanding sportswomen! Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/05/the-sunday-times-parent-power-guide-2026/) - Earlier in the Autumn Term, the Great British Schools Guide published national research based on parent feedback via the Ofsted Parent View survey. Based on the percentage of parents who agreed or strongly agreed with the statement “the school makes sure its pupils are well behaved”, CCHS is joint 3rd in England and 1st in the East
- [Bar Mock Trial Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/05/bar-mock-trial-competition/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Young Citizens’ Bar Mock Trial Competition taking place tomorrow. Mock Trials - Young Citizens
- [A-level Politics Trip to Houses of Parliament](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/05/a-level-politics-trip-to-houses-of-parliament/) - Our A-level Politics students are visiting the Houses of Parliament today to learn about democracy, governance, and the political system. Politics - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Economics in Action trip to London](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/03/economics-in-action-trip-to-london/) - Our A-level Economics students are attending the Economics in Action event in London today. Through engaging discussions, interactive sessions, and real-world case studies, students will uncover the forces shaping our world—from microeconomics to global markets. Economics - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [House Karaoke](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/12/01/house-karaoke-2/) - We are looking forward to the House Karaoke competition taking place this week! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS named one of England's most well-behaved schools](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/20/cchs-named-one-of-englands-most-well-behaved/) - We are delighted to inform you that Chelmsford County High School for Girls has been named one of England's most well-behaved schools. Please see below link to the Press Release for more details. PRESS RELEASE CCHS named among most well-behaved in England November 2025
- [Institute of Physics Lecture](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/26/institute-of-physics-lecture/) - Dr Gemma Richardson from British Geological Survey will be presenting an Institute of Physics and Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society public lecture tomorrow afternoon: “What has the Earth’s magnetic field ever done for us?”. The lecture will cover topics such as how the Earth’s magnetic field protects life on Earth, why space weather is becoming
- [CCHS Dance Show - Euphoria](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/26/cchs-dance-show-euphoria/) - We are looking forward to this year's Dance Show, 'Euphoria'. Congratulations to the Dance Officials and all those involved in the shows who have worked incredibly hard to rehearse and prepare for what will be another set of fantastic performances.
- [Congratulations!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/21/congratulations-3/) - Many congratulations to Ava (Year 12) who has been offered a place with the London Schools Symphony Orchestra, which is considered one of the finest youth orchestras in the world. Well done, Ava! London Schools Symphony Orchestra
- [Picking Hall](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/19/picking-hall/) - As part of our 110th anniversary celebrations, to commemorate the first CCHS Alumna to complete her university studies, we have renamed the Old Hall, ‘Picking Hall’ to honour Winifred Picking, who completed her studies in Natural Sciences at Girton College, Cambridge in 1916, marking a key development in the history of CCHS.
- [PA Winter Fayre - Saturday 22nd November 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/20/pa-winter-fayre-saturday-22nd-november-2025/) - We look forward to seeing everyone at the CCHS Parents’ Association Winter Fayre, taking place on Saturday 22nd November from 11am to 2pm. Parents’ Association - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [British Maths Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/19/british-maths-olympiad/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the first round of the British Mathematical Olympiad competition today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [English Speaking Union MACE Debating Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/18/english-speaking-union-mace-debating-competition/) - Good luck to the CCHS team competing in the English-Speaking Union (ESU) Schools' Mace debate today. Schools’ Mace | ESU
- [British Algorithmic Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/13/british-algorithmic-olympiad/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the British Algorithmic Olympiad today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS Institute lecture](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/11/cchs-institute-lecture-2/) - Dr Katie McGettigan, Senior Lecturer in American Literature at Royal Holloway University, will be delivering an online CCHS Institute lecture this evening: The Southern Gothic. Thank you to Mr Carter for arranging this academic enrichment opportunity for students and staff. The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Senior Maths Team Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/10/senior-maths-team-challenge/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Senior Maths Team Challenge today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [ESAA Schools Cross Country Cup Final](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/07/esaa-schools-cross-country-cup-final/) - Many congratulations to Camilla (Year 9), Lilly (Year 10), Frankie (Year 10), Esme (Year 10), Charlotte (Year 10), Vivien (Year 10) and Izzy (Year 10), who have qualified for the 2025 ESAA Schools Cross Country Cup Final taking place in December. We are very proud of our CCHS sportswomen and thankful to the PE Department
- [CCHS Recognised for Best Practice in Quality Assurance by the Leadership Skills Foundation](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/06/11783/) - CCHS has once again been recognised for Best Practice in Quality Assurance by the Leadership Skills Foundation for their delivery of the STEM leaders programme in 2024/25. Many thanks to Dr Cannon, Mr Moller, and Miss Guy for their outstanding delivery of the programme and for undertaking a rigorous and high-standard assessment process. Many congratulations
- [British Physics Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/06/british-physics-olympiad/) - All the best to our students, who will be competing in the British Physics Olympiad today. BPhO STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS sports teams](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/11/03/cchs-sports-teams/) - All the best to our Tennis and Cross-Country teams, who are competing in fixtures and competitions this week. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [University of Warwick & The Classical Association's Competition Success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/15/warwick-university-the-classical-associations-competition-success/) - Following her success in the University of Warwick & The Classical Association's competition looking for an explanation for the existence of tokens in Roman society, Aathirai in Year 9 was invited to a coin handling session with numismatics expert Dr Clare Rowan, afforded the opportunity to explore a variety of coins in the university's collection,
- [CCHS Institute lecture](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/21/cchs-institute-lecture/) - Dr Anke Bernau, Senior Lecturer at The University of Manchester, delivered a fascinating (online) CCHS Institute lecture yesterday evening: Stories for Life; or, Can Literature Save the World? Thank you to Mr Carter for arranging this academic enrichment opportunity for students and staff. The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 11 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/23/year-11-leadership-conference-2/) - We are looking forward to our Year 11 Leadership Conference today, as part of our strong commitment to excellence in girls’ education and empowerment. Welcome to Global Chelmsford - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS Organises and Hosts the UK ICGS Student Leadership Symposium](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/17/cchs-organises-and-hosts-the-uk-icgs-student-leadership-symposium/) - CCHS was proud to again organise, host, and run the UK International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS) Student Leadership Symposium, for senior students, today. Please see link below a link to the press release for more information about this wonderful event, which was organised by Miss Harrison (Deputy Headteacher) and Miss Burnham (Year Leader). PRESS
- [CCHS 2025 GCSE results ranked 15th in England](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/17/cchs-2025-gcse-results-ranked-15th-in-england/) - The success of CCHS students in the summer 2025 GCSE examinations places their achievements 15th in the country, across state and independent schools, a total of 6,579 schools. The Government released GCSE attainment data for England this week, which The Times has reported on. Many congratulations, again, to students, staff and CCHS families! This is
- [Enrichment Day 1](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/16/enrichment-day-1/) - We are looking forward to our first Enrichment Day of the academic year. Activities will be taking place across the school and beyond, including the Year 9 History trip to Ypres. We will also be welcoming girls from local primary schools for a day of scientific experiments as part of our Leaders of Tomorrow programme.
- [Innovative Leaders of Tomorrow work at CCHS noted in The Sunday Times](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/13/innovative-leaders-of-tomorrow-work-at-cchs-noted-in-the-sunday-times-october-2025/) - An important article in the most recent edition of The Sunday Times (12th October 2025), has drawn attention to the various strands of social mobility work taking place in many grammar schools across the country. Our work at CCHS is noted, with nearly double the percentage of disadvantaged students now in the school compared to
- [World Menopause Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/18/world-menopause-day-2/) - “World Menopause Day is held every year on 18th October. As a global non-profit organisation leading the way since 1978, the International Menopause Society (IMS) founded World Menopause Day in 2009 to raise awareness of menopause and improve the experience of women around the world.” World Menopause Day 2025 - International Menopause Society
- [KS3 Autumn Disco](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/10/ks3-autumn-disco/) - Many thanks to the wonderful CCHS Parents’ Association for arranging today’s Autumn Disco for Years 7-9 students. Parents’ Association (The PA) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [World Mental Health Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/10/world-mental-health-day-3/) - The overall objective of World Mental Health Day, 10th October, is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilise efforts in support of mental health. World Mental Health Day Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [International Day of the Girl](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/11/international-day-of-the-girl-2/) - “Observed annually on 11th October, International Day of the Girl is a key global moment on which to celebrate girls everywhere, amplifying their voices, actions and leadership. It is a day that belongs to everyone who cares about girls and their rights. On this day, we come together to recognise and advocate for the full
- [Black Excellence Fest](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/09/black-excellence-fest-2/) - We are looking forward to our Black Excellence Fest performances at lunchtime today. Thank you and congratulations to all our brilliant students who are participating in the event.
- [Essex Day, 26th October](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/26/essex-day-26th-october/) - “As part of this year’s Essex Day (26th October) celebrations, Visit Essex is launching a campaign to uncover the unsung heroes and milestone moments that have helped shape the county. From pioneering inventors and artistic trailblazers, the public is being invited to shine a light on what makes Essex unique. Visit Essex is keen to
- [CCHS Culture Fest Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/06/cchs-culture-fest-week-2/) - We are looking forward to our Culture Fest week, starting today. Thank you, in advance, to staff, students and families for supporting this wonderful programme of activities and events.
- [ICGS Student Leadership Symposium 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/17/icgs-student-leadership-symposium-2025/) - We are thrilled to be organising and hosting the second International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS) Student Leadership Symposium on 17th October 2025. Together We Rise: Female Solidarity in Leadership. Congratulations and thank you to Neha (Year 12) for creating our fantastic poster. International coalition of girls’ schools - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Press Release - ICGS Student Leadership Symposium, April 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/25/press-release-icgs-student-leadership-symposium-april-2025/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is delighted to be organising and hosting the 2025 ICGS (International Coalition of Girls’ Schools) Student Leadership Symposium, which will take place on 17th October 2025 for Year 12 students from girls’ schools across the UK and beyond. PRESS RELEASE Chelmsford County High School for Girls to host the
- [CCHS Named One Of The Safest State Schools In England](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/02/cchs-named-one-of-the-safest-state-schools-in-england/) - We are delighted to inform you that Chelmsford County High School for Girls has been named one of the safest schools in England according to new research. Please see below link to the Press Release for more details. PRESS RELEASE 'Chelmsford County High School For Girls Has Been Named One Of The Safest State Schools
- [Jack Petchey 'Speak Out' Challenge workshops](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/10/01/jack-petchey-speak-out-challenge-workshops/) - We are looking forward to our ‘Speak Out’ Challenge workshops today with our Year 10 students, facilitated by colleagues from the wonderful Jack Petchey Foundation. The Jack Petchey Foundation Award Scheme - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [UK ICGS Student Leadership Symposium](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/29/uk-icgs-student-leadership-symposium/) - International coalition of girls’ schools - Chelmsford County High School for Girls CCHS is proud to be organising and hosting the UK International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS) Student Leadership Symposium for Year 12 students in October, following the highly successful inaugural symposium we led and hosted last year. Miss Harrison and Miss Burnham have
- [CCHS Sixth Form Open Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/26/cchs-sixth-form-open-evening/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students and their families to our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 2nd October (5pm to 8pm). You will be able to find out about the wealth of opportunities available to students in the CCHS Sixth Form, including our high academic standards, our enrichment and extra-curricular offer, and how
- [European Day of Languages](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/26/european-day-of-languages-2/) - European Day of Languages, Friday 26 September. The theme this year is: “Languages open hearts and minds,” highlighting the power of languages to connect us, inspire new ideas and broaden horizons. European day of languages | British Council
- [Sixth Form Freshers’ Fair - Today at CCHS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/17/sixth-form-freshers-fair-today-at-cchs/) - We are holding our Sixth Form Freshers’ Fair today, as our Year 12 students join the many clubs & societies we have at CCHS. Student Societies - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Year 12 Meet the Tutor Evening - Tonight](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/24/year-12-meet-the-tutor-evening-tonight/) - We are looking forward to welcoming the parents of our Year 12 students to today’s Meet the Tutor Evening, as students begin their A level studies with us. Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Academic | Girls School | Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 3rd October](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/24/sixth-form-open-evening-on-thursday-3rd-october/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students and their families to our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 3rd October. Sixth Form Open Evening - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [The European Day of Languages](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/26/the-european-day-of-languages/) - The European Day of Languages is a well-established opportunity to raise awareness about language learning and linguistic diversity. European day of languages | British Council
- [Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 3rd October](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/30/sixth-form-open-evening-on-thursday-3rd-october-2/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students and their families to our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 3rd October. Sixth Form Open Evening - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [NATIONAL POETRY DAY](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/03/national-poetry-day/) - Today, across the school we will be celebrating National Poetry Day, the largest mass celebration of poetry in the country – students in Years 7-9 will be reading and writing poetry throughout the day! Home - Forward Arts Foundation
- [ESSA East Region School Team Championships](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/04/essa-east-region-school-team-championships/) - All the best to our athletes, who are competing at the ESSA East Region School Team Championships in Watford this evening. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/14/foyle-young-poets-of-the-year-award-2024/) - Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award 2024: we are thrilled to celebrate and share that Devanshi (Yr12), with her poem, ‘Instructions for a Sleep Routine’, was selected as one of the 85 commended poets from over 17,000 entries by young poets from across the world. https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/the-arts/
- [Enrichment Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/17/enrichment-day-3/) - We are looking forward to welcoming Year 5 pupils from a host of local primary schools to our Enrichment Day today. They will enjoy a day of science – fizz, pop, bang! Enrichment Days - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [ESSA National Swimming Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/24/essa-national-swimming-finals/) - We are thrilled that Kesia, Alexa, Sophie and Gracie have qualified for the ESSA National Swimming Finals in Birmingham, in November. They have qualified in 10th position in both the freestyle and the medley relays out of the 192 schools in the Regional finals. All the very best to Team CCHS! Sports - Chelmsford County
- [National Schools Cross Country Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/08/national-schools-cross-country-finals/) - We are thrilled that our Inter Girls’ Team have qualified for the National Schools Cross Country Finals in December! Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [ESSA National Swimming Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/14/essa-national-swimming-finals-2/) - Best wishes to Alexa, Gracie, Kesia and Sophie, who are competing at the ESSA National Swimming Finals this weekend – we are so proud of them! Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [ESSA Secondary Schools’ Team Championships](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/19/essa-secondary-schools-team-championships/) - We are so proud of Alexa, Gracie, Kesia and Sophie, who competed at the 66th ESSA Secondary Schools’ Team Championships national swimming finals, in Birmingham, at the weekend. They are the first senior swim team from CCHS to compete at these prestigious national finals, so not only have they made school history, but they also
- [National Linguistics Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/26/national-linguistics-day/) - “National Linguistics Day is a new focal point in the year to get people thinking, talking and learning about the science of language. It is part of Linguistics HQ, a broader initiative aimed at sparking curiosity about linguistics.” | CIOL (Chartered Institute of Linguists)
- [Institute of Physics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/26/institute-of-physics/) - We are delighted to be hosting the Institute of Physics & Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society early edition lecture this week. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Dance Show](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/25/dance-show/) - We are looking forward to this year's Dance Show. The Dance Officials and all those involved, students and staff, have worked hard to rehearse and prepare for what will be another set of tremendous performances.
- [National Linguistics Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/26/national-linguistics-day-2/) - On National Linguistics Day, a group of CCHS KS3 students attended a GCHQ webinar to learn about how languages could help them in their future careers, putting their German skills to the test, decoding encrypted messages to analyse intercepted communications.
- [National School East Region Championships](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/04/national-school-east-region-championships/) - Best wishes to our U14 Hockey Team, who are competing at the National School East Region Championships this week. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Christmas Concerts](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/09/christmas-concerts/) - We are looking forward to our Christmas Concerts this week. Thank you to our brilliant Music Department and our superb student musicians, who have prepared another wonderful programme. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Royal Society of Chemistry Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/11/royal-society-of-chemistry-competition/) - Congratulations to Tanmayi, Amy, Jasmine and Emily, who competed in the Royal Society of Chemistry Competition, hosted at the University of East London, this week. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls The Royal Society of Chemistry
- [Sixth Form Industrial Cadets](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/07/sixth-form-industrial-cadets/) - Our Sixth Form Industrial Cadets are off to the University of Cambridge later this week as part of their Gold Award projects. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Programmes Industrial Cadets University of Cambridge
- [Bugsy Malone performances](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/13/bugsy-malone-performances/) - We are really looking forward to our school production of ‘Bugsy Malone’, with the performances taking place later this month. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Bugsy Malone](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/17/bugsy-malone/) - Our set has now arrived for our production of 'Bugsy Malone'! We have a full week of rehearsals with our wonderful set before we hit show week. Tickets are still available to buy on ParentPay. Performances of Bugsy Malone start at 7pm on 29th, 30th and 31st January.
- [Sixth Form Insights Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/20/sixth-form-insights-evening/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students, and their families, to our Sixth Form Insights Evening on Thursday. If you are interested in joining the CCHS Sixth Form (September 2025 start), please do visit our website. Sixth Form Admissions | Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Bugsy Malone](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/28/bugsy-malone-2/) - Waiting to welcome you to the world of Bugsy Malone, tickets available for Wednesday and Thursday evening via ParentPay.
- [Bugsy Malone](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/29/bugsy-malone-3/) - It’s show week! We are looking forward to the performances of ‘Bugsy Malone’, including the matinee show this afternoon with our primary school guests.
- [Bugsy Malone](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/20/10411/) - The set is in place, the rehearsals are continuing, and the tech set up takes place this week. Not long to go now until showtime! The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [British Mathematical Olympiad, International Chemistry Olympiad and Senior Physics Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/20/10418/) - All the best to our students participating in the British Mathematical Olympiad, International Chemistry Olympiad and Senior Physics Challenge, all taking place this week. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Vibrant Voices](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/03/vibrant-voices/) - Our Symphony Orchestra and Saxophone Quartet musicians are looking forward to performing at ‘Vibrant Voices’, Chelmsford Theatre, today. Vibrant Voices - Chelmsford Theatre
- [Maths Fest 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/04/maths-fest-2025/) - Our Year 12 students are looking forward to ‘Maths Fest 2025’ at The Royal Institution today. MathsFest 2025
- [National Schools Cross Country Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/28/national-schools-cross-country-competition/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, who are competing at the National Schools Cross Country Competition, taking place in Leeds this weekend! Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [National Schools Cross Country Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/03/national-schools-cross-country-competition-2/) - Huge congratulations to the CCHS Team, who came 2nd at the ESAA National Finals of the Cross Country Schools Cup, which took place in Leeds at the weekend – we are so proud of these superb sportswomen! Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [British Science Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/07/british-science-week/) - The theme for this year’s British Science Week (7th to 16th March) is ‘Change & Adapt’. Activity packs - British Science Week STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Arkwright Scholars](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/12/arkwright-scholars/) - We are thrilled that five CCHS students have been selected as Arkwright Scholars, as part of the prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarships programme. Arkwright Engineering Scholarships
- [Enrichment Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/18/enrichment-day-4/) - We are looking forward to welcoming and working with pupils from 9 local primary schools today with our Enrichment Day activities. Enrichment Days - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Essex U15 Girls’ Indoor Cricket Final](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/19/essex-u15-girls-indoor-cricket-final/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, who are competing in the Essex U15 Girls’ Indoor Cricket Final today in London. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [World Poetry Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/21/world-poetry-day/) - Friday 21st March, World Poetry Day: “practiced throughout history – in every culture and on every continent – poetry speaks to our common humanity and our shared values, transforming the simplest of poems into a powerful catalyst for dialogue and peace.” World Poetry Day | UNESCO
- [German Exchange Visitors](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/24/german-exchange-visitors/) - We are delighted to welcome students and staff from Gymnasium in der Taus, Backnang, to CCHS this week, as part of the German Exchange.
- [Sports Fixtures & Competitions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/27/sports-fixtures-competitions/) - A busy schedule of sports fixtures and competitions across this week, including netball, swimming, football and basketball. Congratulations to all our teams. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Institute of Physics/Chelmsford Science & Engineering Society](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/27/institute-of-physics-chelmsford-science-engineering-society/) - We are looking forward to hosting the early edition of Dr Foden’s Institute of Physics/Chelmsford Science & Engineering Society lecture this afternoon. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [ESAA Track & Field Cup](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/13/esaa-track-field-cup/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, who are competing in the English Schools’ Athletic Association Track & Field Cup competition today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS Sixth Form - Leadership opportunities](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/08/17/cchs-sixth-form-13/)
- [CCHS Sixth Form](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/08/18/cchs-sixth-form-14/)
- [CCHS Sixth Form - Community Service](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/08/19/cchs-sixth-form-15/)
- [CCHS Sixth Form - Opportunities](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/08/20/cchs-sixth-form-opportunities/)
- [The Prince's Teaching Institute Subject Mark for English 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/22/the-princes-teaching-institute-subject-mark-for-english-2025/) - Many congratulations to the brilliant CCHS English Department – The Prince’s Teaching Institute has again recognised the excellence of their work by awarding them the prestigious PTI Subject Mark. The Prince’s Teaching Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [The Prince's Teaching Institute Subject Mark for Maths 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/19/the-princes-teaching-institute-subject-mark-for-maths-2025/) - Many congratulations to the brilliant CCHS Mathematics Department – The Prince’s Teaching Institute has again recognised the excellence of their work by awarding them the prestigious PTI Subject Mark. The Prince’s Teaching Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Essay competition winner!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/04/essay-competition-winner/) - Many congratulations to Tulasi (Year 13) who has won The British Society for the History of Mathematics essay competition! This year’s topic was ethnomathematics, and Tulasi chose to research and write about the history of origami. Mathematics - Chelmsford County High School for Girls The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Poetry Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/24/poetry-competition/) - Many congratulations to the 38 students across Years 7 to 11 who will have their submissions to the Young Writers Empowered Poetry Competition published in an anthology; and thank you to the English Department for all the support and inspiration provided to our students. English Literature - Chelmsford County High School for Girls English Language
- [The Mary Kenyon Poetry Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/23/the-mary-kenyon-poetry-competition/) - Many thanks to Caroline Kenyon, Henry Kenyon and Mr Carter, who have judged the entries to this year’s Mary Kenyon Poetry Competition. This is the seventh year this prestigious competition has been offered at CCHS, thanks to the generosity of Caroline Kenyon and Henry Kenyon, in memory of Mary Kenyon (CCHS Alumna), and the great
- [Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators, University of Oxford](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/20/anthea-bell-prize-for-young-translators-university-of-oxford-2/) - We are thrilled that Ishita, Year 7, has been awarded the National Winner for German prize for her entry to the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators, a national competition run by the Queen’s College Translation Exchange at the University of Oxford. As the University notes, “this is a huge achievement…This year over 22,000 students
- [Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators, University of Oxford](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/19/anthea-bell-prize-for-young-translators-university-of-oxford/) - We are thrilled that Sofia, Year 12, has been awarded a Commendation for Russian for her entry to the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators, a national competition run by the Queen’s College Translation Exchange at the University of Oxford. As the University notes, “this is a huge achievement…This year over 22,000 students from across
- [Cambridge Chemistry Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/19/cambridge-chemistry-challenge/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge today. About | Cambridge Chemistry Challenge STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [STEM Success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/18/stem-success/) - Many congratulations to Vaishnavi (Year 10) who has won a special category award of ‘Innovation in Wellbeing and Healthcare’ for her entry to the Big Bang UK Young Scientists and Engineers Competition.
- [CESSSA District Athletics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/17/cesssa-district-athletics/) - All the best to our CCHS teams, who are competing in the CESSSA District Athletics competition today. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Maths competitions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/10/maths-competitions/) - Good luck to all our students who are participating in the Junior Kangaroo and the British Mathematical Olympiad competitions today. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Sports competitions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/09/sports-competitions/) - All the best to our CCHS teams, who are competing in tennis and athletics competitions across the week. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Engineering Competition success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/03/engineering-competition-success/) - We are delighted to announce that our three students who entered the ‘If you were an Engineer, what would you do?’ national competition, offered by Primary Engineer – Engineers in the Making, have all been recognised. Nesochi (Year 11) was Highly Commended, and Ananya (Year 10) and Elizabeth (Year 11) were both Prize Winners. As
- [Chelmsford Science Festival 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/22/chelmsford-science-festival-2025/) - “The full programme for this year’s Chelmsford Science Festival is now available - packed with events and hands-on activities spanning science and engineering, health, technology, the environment, business, law, and the arts. Whether you're a curious mind, a budding innovator, or a seasoned expert, there’s something for everyone. This year’s Chelmsford Science Festival explores the theme ‘Our AI World
- [The Prince's Teaching Institute Subject Mark for German 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/22/the-princes-teaching-institute-subject-mark-for-german-2025/) - Many congratulations to the brilliant CCHS German Department – The Prince’s Teaching Institute has recognised the excellence of their work by awarding them the prestigious PTI Subject Mark. The Prince’s Teaching Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS Parents' Association](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/19/cchs-parents-association/) - Thank you, as ever, to the wonderful CCHS Parents’ Association, and all the families and colleagues who support their work. The first of many fundraising events takes place today! Parents’ Association (The PA) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 12 Freshers' Fayre](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/16/year-12-freshers-fayre/) - We are looking forward to our Year 12 Freshers’ Fayre today: an opportunity for students to find out about and get involved in the host of clubs and societies which are offered at CCHS. Student Societies - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 8 Meet the Tutor Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/11/year-8-meet-the-tutor-evening/) - We are looking forward to welcoming the parents of our Year 8 students later today for our Meet the Tutor Evening. Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Academic | Girls School | Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [GCSE Art national recognition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/10/gcse-art-national-recognition/) - Many congratulations to Eleanor, whose mark and grade in her GCSE Art examination in the summer has been recognised as one of the strongest in the country. The exam board, OCR, note that “Eleanor is one of the top performers this summer.” We are delighted for Eleanor! The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for
- [A-level Computer Science national recognition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/10/a-level-computer-science-national-recognition/) - Many congratulations to Rayana and Leanne, whose strong performances in their A-level Computer Science examinations in the summer, with AQA, have been recognised – they both feature in the top 100 nationally and are award-winners! We are delighted for Rayana and Leanne. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Music Mark 2025-26](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/10/music-mark-2025-26/) - Once again, the work and accomplishments of the wonderful CCHS Music Department have been recognised with the awarding of the Music Mark 2025-2026; a testament to our school’s partnership with the Greater Essex Music Hub and the provision of music education across our school community. Many congratulations to Mr Lamberti, Mrs Clements, Mrs Gray, Ms
- [CCHS students' poems published](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/05/cchs-students-poems-published/) - We are thrilled that 32 CCHS students have had their poems published in the ‘Empowered’ anthology this year. This is a collection of poetry and creative writing by young people who participated in the national ‘Empowered’ themed competition offered by Young Writers. These compilations, published in partnership with schools, showcase students' creative work and offer
- [Welcome back to all our students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/05/welcome-back-to-all-our-students/) - We welcome all our students back to CCHS today for the start of the 2025-26 academic year!
- [Welcome to our new Year 7 & Year 12 students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/04/welcome-to-our-new-year-7-year-12-students/) - We welcome our new Year 7 and Year 12 students today!
- [The Telegraph 'Best Schools' listing](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/09/02/the-telegraph-best-schools-listing/) - Many congratulations to the CCHS Community, whose work and accomplishments have been recognised in The Telegraph ‘Best Schools’ listing for the state schools with the highest GCSE grades. CCHS is 7th in the Top 100 Ranking, which is a testament to our brilliant students, talented staff and supportive CCHS families. Indeed, the 2025-26 academic year
- [Celebrating our amazing Year 11 students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/08/21/celebrating-our-amazing-year-11-students/) - We join in collective congratulations to our wonderful Year 11 students, our first 180 student cohort, who are celebrating their excellent GCSE results today, with thanks to CCHS staff, who worked so well to support and inspire this great year group. Students have demonstrated success and strength across the full curriculum through their GCSE studies: overall,
- [Celebrating our brilliant Year 13 students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/08/14/celebrating-our-brilliant-year-13-students/) - Another Year 13 cohort of brilliant young women at Chelmsford County High School for Girls (CCHS) has achieved so much through their ability, industry and sorority this year. Today, we celebrate and congratulate our Year 13 students on their excellent A-level results – we are so proud of them all. Year 13 students have demonstrated strength and
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/18/thank-you-10/)
- [South Asian Heritage Month 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/17/south-asian-heritage-month-2025/) - We marked South Asian Heritage Month 2025, ‘Roots to Routes’, today with a lunchtime full of memories, song, music and dance. Congratulations to all the students who performed, thank you to the audience for the wonderous applause, and to Mrs Watt, Mrs Pillai and Mr Rowell – a superb afternoon of cultural celebration! Change@CCHS -
- [Junior Speech Days](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/14/junior-speech-days/) - We are looking forward to celebrating the many wonderful achievements of students in Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 with our Junior Speech Day events across this week. Many congratulations to all those who will be receiving awards, and congratulations to all our students who have worked so well this year. Thank you to the
- [Senior Prefect Charity Afternoon](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/11/senior-prefect-charity-afternoon/) - The CCHS Senior Prefect Team are organising a fête and festival for the entire school community, entitled ‘Amplify’, taking place this afternoon. Building on their theme of ‘Your Voice, Your Power’, the Senior Prefects have planned a colourful afternoon of celebration and fun to raise money for VoiceAbility, a national charity which offers advocacy and
- [Jack Petchey Awards Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/10/jack-petchey-awards-evening/) - Many congratulations to Harriet (Year 13), Nina (Year 13), Sophie (Year 9), Holly (Year 12), Sarah (Year 11), Devanshi (Year 12), Sage (Year 13), Emily (Year 9),Darryl (Year 10), and Mr Copper, who received their Jack Petchey Awards at a celebration ceremony this week. Thank you, as always, to the Jack Petchey Foundation. The Jack
- [House Drama](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/10/house-drama/) - Good luck to all the students taking part in House Drama today, and thank you to Miss Holt for all the great work co-ordinating the House system across the year. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Sports Award Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/10/sports-award-evening-2/) - We are looking forward to our Sports Award Evening today. There is so much to celebrate across a host of sports. Many congratulations to our brilliant sportswomen and thank you to our PE Department. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Operation Wallacea expedition to Mexico](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/04/operation-wallacea-expedition-to-mexico/) - Our expedition to Mexico with Operation Wallacea departs this weekend. Our senior students, supported by Mr Moller, Mrs Buckley and Mrs Manning, will be working with Operation Wallacea colleagues on biological and conservation research management programmes. We are most grateful to the Turing Scheme, which has provided financial support for our expedition. All the very
- [Shakespeare Fest](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/30/shakespeare-fest/) - We are looking forward to our Shakespeare Fest performances today and tomorrow. Thank you to Mr Carter and Year 9 students. English Literature - Chelmsford County High School for Girls English Language - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Sports Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/09/sports-day/) - All the best to our student athletes, who are competing in today’s House Athletics Championships Sports Day. Thank you to the PE Department and all the school staff who will be running the day. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [German Exchange](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/20/german-exchange/) - Our German Exchange to Gymnasium in der Taus, Backnang, leaves on Sunday. All the best to our students and thank you to Frau Cannon, Frau Bennett and Frau Gilbert.
- [Mr Harvey's published V&A Innovate Challenge Award article](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/20/mr-harveys-published-va-innovate-challenge-award-article/) - Many congratulations to Mr Harvey, who has had an article published in Practice magazine about his work with students on the prestigious V&A Innovate Challenge Award. This year, the CCHS Year 9 Team – Green Gift – won the V&A Innovate Best Pitch National Schools Challenge for their sustainable gift-wrapping solution. Please follow the link
- [Sixth Form Induction Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/27/sixth-form-induction-day-3/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students (returning and new) to our Sixth Form Induction day today. Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 10 trip to Normandy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/30/year-10-trip-to-normandy/) - Our Year 10 trip to Normandy takes place this week. All the best to our students and thank you to the French Department and Miss Silva for all their work and support with this trip. French - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Enrichment Day 3](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/07/enrichment-day-3-2/) - We have our third Enrichment Day taking place today, with each year undertaking particular activities. We are also welcoming primary pupils from local schools to enjoy a day of creativity with us! Enrichment Days - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Oxford German Olympiad](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/07/oxford-german-olympiad/) - Congratulations are due to both Anvesha and Saisha (Year 7). They both took part in this year's Oxford German Olympiad on the theme of Spiel and Sport. They could choose whether to create a board game, write a comic strip about a favourite sportsperson or write about a film or theatre role that they have
- [Elite Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/04/elite-challenge/) - Today sixteen Year 12 students opted to sit the CCHS Elite Challenge, an examination-style piece of work combining elements of literature, art, technology, history, critical theory and more. Designed to offer an extremely high level of academic challenge, this optional exam is devised and run entirely in-house and, for the second year running, has proved
- [Buzz in the City](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/07/buzz-in-the-city/) - Many congratulations to Mr Harvey, who was one of the artists selected for Farleigh Hospice's Buzz In The City (Chelmsford's first sculpture trail). Mr Harvey’s Bee can be found in Tindal Square until 9th September, when it will be auctioned to raise money for Farleigh Hospice. The CCHS school Bee is also on display and
- [Industrial Cadets success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/24/industrial-cadets-success/) - Huge congratulations to the CCHS Industrial Cadets who achieved wonderfully well at today’s celebration event, held at the Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge. The Gold Team won both the ‘Best Project of the Year’ and the ‘People’s Choice Award’. The ‘Bloom Within’ Bronze Team won the ‘Project of the Year Award’, and the ‘Pulse
- [CCHS Arts Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/07/cchs-arts-week/) - We are looking forward to several days of creativity across the school with our Arts Week. This will include our work with primary pupils today, the Cabaret Concert on Tuesday, the BIG Art Painting activity on Wednesday, a series of outside musical performances at the end of the week, culminating with a KS3 Art Exhibition
- [Cabaret Concert](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/08/cabaret-concert-2/) - We are looking forward to our Cabaret Concert this evening. Congratulations to our student musicians, who have worked hard to prepare for their performances, and thank you to the Music Department, including our wonderful Instrumental Music Teachers, for all their work with and support for our students. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for
- [Rampaging Chariots Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/07/07/rampaging-chariots-competition/) - Huge congratulations to our Year 9 students Eloise, Frankie, Maddy, and Lilly, who won the Rampaging Chariots competition on Saturday. They also won the category of ‘Best Engineered Robot’. Thank you to Mr Nicholls for organising this fantastic opportunity for the students, and for the invaluable support and guidance in building the robot and preparing
- [Pride Fest](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/27/pride-fest/) - We enjoyed a wonderful Pride Fest celebration at lunchtime today, with live music, poetry, cakes and plenty of sunshine! A big thank you to Mr Hughes, Mr Rowell and our brilliant Change & Diversity Prefects. Change@CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [New Intake Taster Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/25/new-intake-taster-day/) - We are looking forward to welcoming the girls who will be our new Year 7 cohort in September to their New Intake Taster Day today. Leaders of Tomorrow - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [HPQ Presentations](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/19/hpq-presentations/) - All the best to our students who are undertaking their HPQ (Higher Project Qualification) Presentations today. Challenge - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 12 Trip to Lille](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/17/year-12-trip-to-lille/) - Our Year 12 trip to Lille takes place this week. All the best to our students and thank you to Mrs Caffier, Mrs Santos, Miss Lavastre and Miss Silva for all their work and support with this trip. French - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Higher Education Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/12/higher-education-evening/) - We will be holding our online Higher Education Evening today and look forward to welcoming students and their families. Thank you to Mrs Hopkins and Dr Palmer for organising and hosting this important opportunity. CCHS Aspire: University and Employment - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Pride Month celebration](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/10/pride-month-celebration/) - Many congratulations to Mr Harvey, who was again invited to create a piece in the town to celebrate Pride Month in Essex, with this wonderful Lady Gaga window piece, including a quote from her song, ‘Born This Way.’ Change@CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Geography Fieldtrip](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/09/geography-fieldtrip/) - Our A-level Geographers have their course fieldtrip this week. All the best to our students and thank you to the Geography Department and staff for all their work and support with this fieldtrip. Geography - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Arts Award success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/02/arts-award-success/) - Many congratulations to all the Year 8 students who participated in the Arts Award Bronze project, and the Year 11 students who participated in the Arts Award Silver project. All of the students have achieved their awards! The Arts Award scheme is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore the arts in all its forms:
- [Educational visits](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/06/02/educational-visits/) - We are looking forward to our Years 10 & 12 Art trip to the Saatchi Gallery and the Year 10 History trip to The Globe Theatre and The Golden Hinde this week. Educational Trips and Visits - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Innovators’ Global Challenge 2025 success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/23/innovators-global-challenge-2025-success/) - We are proud to announce that Toluwalola (Year 13) has won the Innovators’ Global Challenge 2025, with her brilliant presentation on the possibility of turning landfill into sustainable aviation fuel. This prestigious competition is offered by the Air League. The Air League was founded in 1909, and is the UK’s leading aviation, aerospace, and space
- [British Science Week Poster Competition Winners](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/20/british-science-week-poster-competition-winners/) - We are thrilled to announce that Gracia (Year 9) and Avani (Year 9) are winners in the 2025 British Science Week Poster Competition. This year, there was a special category inviting participants to share their ideas about improving the quality of air in buildings with a team of scientists at University College London (UCL). Many
- [STEM Educator Awards](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/19/stem-educator-awards/) - We are delighted to announce that Mr Goodier has won a STEM Educator Award, in the ‘STEM Educators of the Year’ category, in recognition of his wonderful work both as Subject Leader of Computer Science and Subject Lead for Further Maths – many congratulations to Mr Goodier! We are also so pleased for colleagues who
- [STEM trip to Ford](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/14/stem-trip-to-ford/) - A group of Year 9 students will be participating in a STEM trip to Ford, Dunton, today. Thank you to Mrs Kurian and Mrs Connolly for arranging and supporting this trip. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Mental Health Awareness Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/13/mental-health-awareness-week-2/) - This week marks ‘Mental Health Awareness Week’. This year’s theme celebrates the power and importance of ‘community’. Mental Health Awareness Week | Mental Health Foundation Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Big Voice London Mooting Competition 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/09/big-voice-london-mooting-competition-2025/) - Many congratulations to Devanshi (Year 12), who has won the Big Voice London Mooting Competition 2025, in association with the UK Supreme Court. The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 13 Assembly](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/09/year-13-assembly/) - We are holding our final assembly with Year 13 students today, as we thank them for all that they have contributed to the school community over the years and wish them all the very best with their A-level examinations. Vitai Lampada Ferimus. Alumnae - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [VE Day 80](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/08/ve-day-80/) - We are marking the 80th Anniversary of VE Day with a special whole school assembly this morning, with thanks to Miss Hunt and our History Prefects. VE Day 80 - Join the party in a shared moment of celebration!
- [Commemoration](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/05/01/commemoration/) - We mark the 118th anniversary of the foundation of CCHS with our Commemoration Assemblies today. The link below takes you to a film about the school, produced with Chelmsford Civic Society as part of their Heritage Open Days project. History of CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Open Evening (Year 7)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/28/open-evening-year-7/) - We look forward to welcoming families to our (Year 7) Open Evening later this week. Admissions - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Senior Speech Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/24/senior-speech-day/) - We were delighted to hold our Speech Day yesterday evening at Chelmsford Cathedral, celebrating the work and achievements of our senior students. Thank you to dignitaries, staff, trustees, the Parents’ Association, students, alumnae and their families for making this, as ever, a memorable event for our school community. Particular thanks to CCHS Alumna, Sian Cleaver,
- [Press Release - Artsmark Gold Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/24/press-release-artsmark-gold-award/) - We are delighted that Arts Council England has reaccredited our school, for a third time, with the Artsmark Gold Award. This notable award demonstrates our commitment to arts, culture and creativity in education, with Arts Council England indicating that our Artsmark Gold Award recognises the “exceptional commitment to creativity” that exists at CCHS. PRESS-RELEASE-CCHS-secures-the-Artsmark-Gold-Award-from-Arts-Council-England-April-2025-1.pdf
- [Press Release - Chelmsford school achieves pioneering mental health award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/23/press-release-chelmsford-school-achieves-pioneering-mental-health-award/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls was awarded a Gold standard for its outstanding mental health and wellbeing provision, “Excelling” in all eight of the competency areas. CCHS provides a wide range of activities to boost the wellbeing of students. PRESS-RELEASE-CCHS-achieves-the-School-Mental-Health-Gold-Award-April-2025.pdf
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/04/thank-you-9/)
- [Spring Concerts](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/02/spring-concerts/) - We are looking forward to our Spring Concerts, which are taking place today and tomorrow. Thank you to all our talented student musicians and the wonderful CCHS Music Department. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [School Mental Health Gold Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/01/school-mental-health-gold-award/) - We are delighted to have been awarded the School Mental Health Gold Award from the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools, with CCHS “Excelling” in all eight of the competencies. Many congratulations to the Pastoral Team and staff more broadly, and particular thanks and congratulations to Mrs Connolly, who led on this
- [Celebration Assemblies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/04/01/celebration-assemblies/) - We are holding our Celebration Assemblies this week, to mark the many successes and achievements of students across all year groups – very well done to all!
- [ABRSM Music Exams](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/27/abrsm-music-exams/) - Congratulations to all our student musicians who took their ABRSM exams this week. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [V&A Innovate National Schools Challenge, Teacher of the Year Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/19/va-innovate-national-schools-challenge-teacher-of-the-year-award/) - Huge congratulations to Mr Harvey, who won the ‘Teacher of the Year Award’ at the V&A Innovate National Schools Challenge yesterday. V&A Innovate · V&A
- [V&A Innovate National Schools Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/19/va-innovate-national-schools-award/) - Many congratulations to the CCHS Team, who won the Student Choice Award at yesterday’s V&A Innovate National Schools Challenge. V&A Innovate · V&A
- [Young Citizens Magistrates' Court Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/17/young-citizens-magistrates-court-competition/) - Many congratulations to the CCHS team, who won the Young Citizens Magistrates' Court Competition, held at Basildon Magistrates’ Court, at the weekend. Mock Trials - Young Citizens
- [Magistrates’ Court Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/14/magistrates-court-competition/) - All the very best to the CCHS Team, who are competing in the Magistrates’ Court Competition on Saturday. Mock Trials - Young Citizens
- [Spring Disco](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/14/spring-disco/) - Thank you to the Parents’ Association, who have organised this evening’s Spring Disco for students. Parents’ Association (The PA) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [International Women’s Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/07/international-womens-day-3/) - International Women’s Day, Saturday 8th March: “This year’s theme calls for action that can unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all and a feminist future where no one is left behind.” International Women's Day | United Nations
- [World Book Day 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/06/world-book-day-2025/) - We are celebrating World Book Day today, with lots of books available in the John Moore Library for students to enjoy! Educators - World Book Day The John Moore Library - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Visit from Author Lisa Williamson](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/03/06/visit-from-author-lisa-williamson/) - We were delighted to welcome the author Lisa Williamson to the school yesterday to celebrate World Book Day.
- [Parents’ Association](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/12/parents-association/) - Thank you to the wonderful CCHS Parents’ Association for all their support and fundraising across this term, which is always appreciated by the school community. Parents’ Association - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [International Day of Women and Girls in Science](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/11/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science-2/) - “2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (IDWGS) and the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, two significant milestones in the global effort to promote gender equality and women's empowerment.” International Day of Women and Girls in Science | United Nations
- [Model United Nations (MUN) Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/07/model-united-nations-mun-conference/) - Our Year 12 students are holding their Model United Nations (MUN) Conference today. Model United Nations | United Nations The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Careers Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/06/careers-evening/) - Our for Years 9 and 12 students takes place today. Thank you to all the companies, organisations and individuals who are supporting us. Careers - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [House Debating](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/03/house-debating/) - Thank you to all the students participating and supporting House Debating across the week. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Children's Mental Health Week 2025](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/02/03/childrens-mental-health-week-2025/) - Children's Mental Health Week 2025 is taking place from 3rd to 9th February 2025. This year we're exploring our theme Know Yourself, Grow Yourself Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week - Official site
- [2025 International Day of Education](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/24/2025-international-day-of-education/) - Under the theme “AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation”, the 2025 International Day of Education inspires reflections on the power of education to equip individuals and communities to navigate, understand and influence technological advancement. International Day of Education | UNESCO
- [IOP/CSES lecture](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/20/iop-cses-lecture/) - We are delighted to be hosting an early edition of the IOP/CSES lecture, ‘Where Technology Meets Nature’, presented by Dr Jacqueline Edge, Imperial College London, on Thursday afternoon.
- [Prefect Handover Assembly](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/13/prefect-handover-assembly/) - Continuing an important school tradition, we are holding our Prefect Handover Assembly this week, to thank Yr13 students for their work as school officials, and to welcome Yr12 students to their new roles.
- [Essay Competition 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2025/01/08/10380/) - Following “200 exceptional essay entries” from across the country to the London School of Economics Undergraduate Political Review Annual Essay Competition 2024, we are thrilled to congratulate and celebrate Devanshi (First Place) and Nynesha (Highly Commended). The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [FFT National School Attendance Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/12/fft-national-school-attendance-award/) - FFT National School Attendance Award
- [FFT National School Attendance Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/12/fft-national-school-attendance-award-2/) - FFT National School Attendance Award goes to Chelmsford County High School for Girls.
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/18/thank-you-8/) - Thank you to all students that have contributed to our school community both individually and collaboratively during the Autumn term.
- [Press Release – ‘Chelmsford County High School for Girls awarded The PTI Subject Mark for outstanding teaching in their English and Mathematics departments’](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/11/press-release-chelmsford-county-high-school-for-girls-awarded-the-pti-subject-mark-for-outstanding-teaching-in-their-english-and-mathematics-departments/) - Press Release – ‘Chelmsford County High School for Girls awarded The PTI Subject Mark for outstanding teaching in their English and Mathematics departments’ Press-Release-The-Princes-Teaching-Institute-Subject-Mark-Awards-for-Chelmsford-County-High-School-for-Girls.pdf The Prince’s Teaching Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Press Release – ‘Chelmsford County High School for Girls celebrates NACE Challenge Award accreditation’](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/11/press-release-chelmsford-county-high-school-for-girls-celebrates-nace-challenge-award-accreditation/) - Press Release – ‘Chelmsford County High School for Girls celebrates NACE Challenge Award accreditation’ Press-Release-NACE-Challenge-Award-Chelmsford-County-High-School-for-Girls.pdf National Association for Able Children in Education - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 11 Parents Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/02/year-11-parents-evening/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students and their families to our Year 11 Parents’ Evening this week. Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Academic | Girls School | Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [House Karaoke](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/12/02/house-karaoke/) - We are looking forward to House Karaoke this week! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Duke of Edinburgh Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/21/duke-of-edinburgh-award/) - Many congratulations to Tolu, who has been selected as a Youth Ambassador for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award! DofE - The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Duke of Edinburgh’s Award - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 13 Parents’ Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/20/year-13-parents-evening/) - We are looking forward to welcoming parents and families to our Year 13 Parents’ Evening this week. Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Academic | Girls School | Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Dr Natalie Ring](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/19/dr-natalie-ring/) - We were delighted that Dr Natalie Ring (CCHS Alumna and now Clinical Trial Co-ordinator and Research Scientist at The University of Edinburgh) returned to CCHS yesterday to deliver a lecture and a careers talk to students.
- [CCHS PA Winter Fayre](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/18/cchs-pa-winter-fayre/)
- [KS3 European Day of Languages Poster Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/13/ks3-european-day-of-languages-poster-competition/) - Many congratulations to Saisha, who won the KS3 European Day of Languages Poster Competition, run by the University of Warwick (School of Modern Languages and Culture). Curriculum Overview - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 12 Parents Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/13/year-12-parents-evening/) - We are looking forward to welcoming parents and families to our Year 12 Parents’ Evening this week. Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Academic | Girls School | Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [English-Speaking Union (ESU)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/12/english-speaking-union-esu/) - All the best to the CCHS Team, competing in the English-Speaking Union (ESU) Schools' Mace debate this week. Schools’ Mace | ESU
- [Remembrance Sunday](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/08/remembrance-sunday-2/)
- [Year 10 Careers Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/07/year-10-careers-day/) - Superb engagement and wonderful feedback from Year 10 students on their recent Careers Day. Parent & Student Feedback | Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [ICGS Educating Girls Symposium](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/11/06/icgs-educating-girls-symposium/) - We are delighted that Mrs Cross and Mr Selby will be presenting at the ICGS Educating Girls Symposium, being hosted at Wimbledon High School, this week. International coalition of girls’ schools - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/25/thank-you-7/)
- [Year 11 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/25/year-11-leadership-conference/) - We are looking forward to our Year 11 Leadership Conference today, welcoming students and colleagues from other schools and a host of guest speakers.
- [World Menopause Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/18/world-menopause-day/) - “World Menopause Day is held every year on 18th October. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing.” World Menopause Day 2024 - International Menopause Society (imsociety.org)
- [Essay Writing Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/16/essay-writing-competition/)
- [Parents’ Association AGM](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/15/parents-association-agm/) - We are looking forward to welcoming parents and friends to the CCHS Parents’ Association AGM on Wednesday 16th October. Parents’ Association - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Chelmsford Science Festival](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/14/chelmsford-science-festival/) - “Chelmsford Science Festival, 22nd – 29th October 2024. Bookings are now open for a host of free, fun and educational events at the 2024 Chelmsford Science Festival, organised by ARU in partnership with Chelmsford City Council and Chelmsford For You.” Chelmsford Science Festival - ARU
- [Restart a Heart](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/14/restart-a-heart/) - We will be marking ‘Restart a Heart’ day with CPR updates for students during their PE lessons across the week. Restart a Heart Day | Annual CPR awareness day in October - BHF
- [International Day of the Girl](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/11/international-day-of-the-girl/) - “The 2024 International Day of the Girl theme is ‘Girls’ vision for the future’. This year’s theme conveys both the need for urgent action and persistent hope, driven by the power of girls’ voices and vision for the future.” International Day of the Girl Child | United Nations
- [ICGS Student Leadership Symposium](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/11/10072/) - We are delighted to be hosting the ICGS Student Leadership Symposium today, welcoming students and colleagues from girls’ schools across the country. International coalition of girls’ schools - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [World Mental Health Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/10/world-mental-health-day-2/) - “The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.” World Mental Health Day (who.int) Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Black Excellence Fest assembly](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/10/black-excellence-fest-assembly/) - We are looking forward to our Black Excellence Fest assembly and activities today, with our Change & Diversity Prefects, students and staff. Change@CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [House Indoor Athletics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/07/house-indoor-athletics/) - We are looking forward to more House Indoor Athletics this week! House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Jack Petchey ‘Speak Out’ Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/02/jack-petchey-speak-out-challenge/) - We will welcome colleagues from the Jack Petchey Foundation today, who will be working with our Year 10 students on ‘Speak Out’ workshops. The Jack Petchey Foundation Award Scheme - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [NACE (National Association for Able Children in Education) Challenge Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/10/02/nace-national-association-for-able-children-in-education-challenge-award/) - We are thrilled that CCHS has been accredited with the prestigious NACE (National Association for Able Children in Education) Challenge Award, in recognition of our school-wide high-quality provision for more able learners within a context of challenge for all. National Association for Able Children in Education - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [New Parents’ Welcome Evening - Tonight](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/26/new-parents-welcome-evening-tonight/) - We are looking forward to welcoming the parents of our Year 7 students to today’s New Parents’ Welcome Evening, as students begin their education with us here at CCHS. Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Academic | Girls School | Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Culture Fest Week - 23rd - 27th September 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/23/culture-fest-week-23rd-27th-september-2024/) - We are looking forward to our Culture Fest week, starting today. Thank you, in advance, to staff, students and families for supporting this wonderful programme of activities and events. Change@CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [The Prince’s Teaching Institute Subject Mark for 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/20/the-princes-teaching-institute-subject-mark-for-2024/) - We are delighted that our English and Mathematics departments have been awarded The Prince’s Teaching Institute Subject Mark for 2024. The Prince’s Teaching Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Duke of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award Launch](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/19/duke-of-edinburghs-bronze-award-launch/) - We are looking forward to our Duke of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award launch event later today with our Year 9 students. Duke of Edinburgh’s Award - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Jack Petchey Awards Evening 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/18/jack-petchey-awards-2024/) - Many congratulations to the students who were celebrated at last night’s Jack Petchey Awards Evening at the Chelmsford Civic Theatre, as was Mrs Kurian, who received a Leader Award. The Jack Petchey Foundation Award Scheme - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Year 8 - Meet the Tutor Evening - Tuesday 10th September 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/10/year-8-meet-the-tutor-evening-tuesday-10th-september-2024/) - We are looking forward to welcoming the parents of our Year 8 students to today’s Meet the Tutor Evening – an opportunity to meet and speak to staff, and to find out about the opportunities ahead. Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Welcome](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/09/04/welcome-to-cchs/) - We are looking forward to welcoming our students this week, as we begin the new term and the 2024-25 Academic Year. Home - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Sixth Form Induction Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/08/29/sixth-form-induction-day-2/) - We are looking forward to welcoming our new Year 12 (returning and new students) to their enrolment day today – the start of an exciting and important journey at CCHS! Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [GCSE Examination Results 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/08/22/gcse-examination-results-2024/) - Many congratulations to our amazing Year 11 students on their outstanding GCSE examination results. We are so proud of them all! Thank you, as ever, to CCHS staff and families for all that has been done to inspire and support these remarkable young women. Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [A Level Examination Results](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/08/15/a-level-examination-results/) - Many congratulations to our brilliant Year 13 students on their outstanding A level examination results, and for all they have contributed to the school community over the years. We are very proud of them all! Thank you to CCHS staff and families for all that has been done to support and inspire these remarkable young
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- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/19/thank-you-6/)
- [CCHS SPorts Day 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/16/cchs-sports-day-2024/) - We are looking forward to our Sports Day today. Good luck to all competitors and thank you to the PE Department. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [STEMFest 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/15/stemfest-2024/)
- [House Music](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/12/house-music/) - We are looking forward to House Music today! Thank you to all the students and staff who will be involved and performing. House System - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society Awards Ceremony](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/12/chelmsford-science-and-engineering-society-awards-ceremony/) - Many congratulations to the CCHS teams who achieved awards and prizes at last night's Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society Awards Ceremony, held at Anglia Ruskin University. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Cabaret Show -Tuesday 9th July 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/09/cabaret-show/) - Our student musicians and Music Department have worked wonderfully well to prepare for tonight's Cabaret Concert, which we are really looking forward to. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Enrichment Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/08/enrichment-day-2/) - We have a host of activities and trips running today on our Enrichment Day, including welcoming pupils from local primary schools for a day of creativity! Enrichment Days - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Sports Award Evening - Tuesday 2nd July 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/02/sports-award-evening/) - We are looking forward to our Sports Award Evening today – an opportunity to celebrate the many achievements and successes of CCHS sportswomen.
- [YEAR 7 AND YEAR 8 PRIZEGIVING](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/07/02/year-7-and-year-8-prizegiving/) - Our Year 7 and Year 8 Prizegiving Events this week will allow us to celebrate the great many accomplishments across these two wonderful year groups.
- [PrideFest 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/28/pridefest-2024/) - We are looking forward to our PrideFest event at lunchtime today, which has become a new tradition with our change@cchs initiative. Change@CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Sixth Form Induction Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/28/sixth-form-induction-day/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students to our Sixth Form Induction Day today! Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Experience of the World of Work Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/27/experience-of-the-world-of-work-day/) - All the best to our Year 10 students with their ‘Experience of the World of Work Day’ today and thank you to all the companies and organisations who are supporting us with this. Careers - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) CCHS Aspire: University and Employment - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [New Intake Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/26/new-intake-day/) - We are looking forward to seeing our new Year 7 students for their New Intake Day today! Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Academic | Girls School | Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Athletics Team](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/25/cchs-athletics-team/) - Many congratulations to our Athletics Team, who have qualified for the prestigious English Schools’ Athletic Association (ESAA) National Final next month. We are very proud of our CCHS sportswomen and thankful to the PE Department for all their wonderful work. English Schools' Athletic Association (esaa.org.uk) English Schools' Athletic Association (esaa.org.uk)
- [Arkwright Engineering Scholars](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/25/arkwright-engineering-scholars/) - We are thrilled that a group of our students have been successful in their applications to become Arkwright Engineering Scholars. Many congratulations to them and thanks to the CCHS STEM Team. STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Arkwright Engineering Scholarships
- [CCHS Swimathon](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/24/cchs-swimathon/) - Congratulations to all the students and staff who participated in the CCHS Swimathon on Friday, and thank you to members of the CCHS community and beyond for all the sponsorship and support. A big thank you to the PE Department for organising and running the event. Fundraising Campaign | Chelmsford County High School (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Computer Science](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/21/cchs-computer-science/) - Many congratulations to the CCHS Computer Science Department, who have received the National Centre for Computing Education Certificate as part of the ‘I belong: encouraging girls into computer science.’ Computer Science - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [TEXPO COMPETITION AT ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/21/texpo-competition-at-anglia-ruskin-university/) - Our students are really looking forward to participating in the TEXPO Competition, taking place at Anglia Ruskin University, organised by the Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society (CSES). STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society - CSES
- [WORLD MUSIC DAY - 21ST JUNE](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/21/world-music-day-21st-june/) - “World Music Day takes place on 21st June each year, uniting people across the globe in celebration of the universal language of music. This annual event, also known as Fête de la Musique, originated in France in 1982 and has since grown into a worldwide phenomenon.” The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 12 - Careers and Higher Education](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/19/year-12-university-open-day-visits/) - Our Year 12 students continue to attend university Open Days as they consider the wealth of opportunities that await them after their A level studies. Thank you to Mrs Hopkins, Mrs Hiett, Dr Palmer and Dr Hiner for the expert guidance and support that is being provided. Sixth Form: A snapshot | Chelmsford County High
- [National Thank a Teacher Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/19/national-thank-a-teacher-day-2/) - Join us in celebrating the incredible dedication and hard work of our education community. This year, we are celebrating not only our outstanding teachers but also the support staff, teaching assistants, dinner helpers, and everyone who plays a crucial role in making our schools, early years settings, and colleges thrive. National Thank A Teacher Day
- [CCHS Swimathon - Friday 21st June 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/18/cchs-swimathon-21st-june-2024/)
- [Thank you](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/26/thank-you-5/) - A message for our students.
- [Sports](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/05/20/sports/) - Congratulations to all the students who are participating in the array of sports fixtures and competitions across the summer, as we look forward to our Sports Day in July.
- [Diabetes Week 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/11/diabetes-week-2024/) - Diabetes Week is raising awareness for people with diabetes, shining a light on what it’s like to live with. Diabetes Week 2024 Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Pride Assemblies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/11/pride-assemblies/) - We are looking forward to our Pride assemblies, which will run across this week. Essex Pride - Essex Pride is an annual celebration of LGBT life in Essex Change@CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [D-Day Remembrance](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/06/d-day-remembrance/) - “Commemorating D-Day 80” – 6th June 2024 marks 80 years since D-Day. D-Day 80 - D-Day 80 (dday80.campaign.gov.uk) D-Day 80 | Remembrance | Royal British Legion
- [Mary Kenyon Poetry Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/06/mary-kenyon-poetry-competition/) - Many congratulations to Neena, Riya and Anvi on their success in the Mary Kenyon Poetry Competition this year. Thank you, as always, to the Kenyon family for supporting this wonderful competition. Alumnae - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Jack Petchey - Leader Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/05/jack-petchey-award/) - Many congratulations to Mrs Kurian (Subject Leader of Physics & STEM Leader) on achieving a Jack Petchey Leader Award for her tremendous work leading a host of colleagues to provide so many STEM opportunities for our students. Our thanks, as always, to the Jack Petchey Foundation for all their support. The Jack Petchey Foundation Award
- [CCHS House Assemblies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/06/04/cchs-house-assemblies/) - Many thanks to our wonderful House Officials, who are running House Assemblies across the week. A great school tradition that is going from strength to strength as the school has grown.
- [UK-German School Partnerships Bursary with UK- German Connection](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/05/23/uk-german-school-partnerships-bursary-with-uk-german-connection/) - Many congratulations to the CCHS German Department on securing a UK-German School Partnerships Bursary with UK-German Connection.
- [Mental Health Awareness Week - 13th - 19th May 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/05/13/mental-health-awareness-week-13th-19th-may-2024/) - Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 will take place from 13th to 19th May, on the theme of “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”. Mental Health Foundation | Everyone deserves good mental health Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Year 11 and Year 13 - Public Examinations](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/05/07/year-11-and-year-13-public-examinations/) - As the public examinations season begins, we wish our Year 11 and Year 13 students all the very best.
- [Women's Rugby 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/04/29/womens-rugby-2024/) - Huge congratulations to the England Women's Rugby Team, with their Six Nations victory, their third Grand Slam in a row! Women's Six Nations 2024: France 21-42 England - Red Roses win Grand Slam - BBC Sport
- [117th Anniversary of the Foundation of CCHS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/04/25/117th-anniversary-of-the-foundation-of-cchs/) - We mark the 117th anniversary of the foundation of CCHS with our Commemoration Assemblies today. Please follow the link below to view a short film about the school produced with Chelmsford Civic Society as part of their Heritage Open Days project. History of CCHS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Chelmsford Civic Society |
- [Open Evening (Year 7)- Thursday 25th April 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/04/22/9459/) - We look forward to welcoming families to our (Year 7) Open Evening later this week. Admissions - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Senior Speech Day Event - Wednesday 17th April 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/04/15/senior-speech-day-event-wednesday-17th-april-2024/) - We are looking forward to celebrating the work and achievements of our students with their families at Chelmsford Cathedral this week during our Senior Speech Day event. Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Alumnae - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [V & A Innovative Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/20/v-a-innovative-award/) - Many congratulation to Angel, Anika, Vaishnavi and Yaarah (Team Green), who won the ‘Best Pitch Award’ at the V&A Innovate national schools challenge finals yesterday! V&A Innovate · V&A (vam.ac.uk) The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Enrichment Day 2 - 19th March 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/19/enrichment-day-2-19th-march-2024/) - We are looking forward to our Enrichment Day today, including welcoming pupils from local primary schools for a day of language learning. Enrichment Days - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Mock Trials - Young Citizens 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/15/mock-trials-young-citizens-2024/) - Our school team is looking forward to the Magistrates’ Court competition tomorrow. Thank you to Young Citizens for providing these wonderful opportunities for students. Mock Trials - Young Citizens The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [British Science Week - 8th -17th March 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/08/british-science-week-2024/) - British Science Week is a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths that will take place between 8th - 17th March 2024. Homepage - British Science Week STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [International Women's Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/08/international-womens-day-2/) - International Women’s Day – UN Women: “The time for change is now! Join us on 8th March 2024 for International Women’s Day as we rally behind the call to Invest in women: Accelerate progress”. https://eca.unwomen.org/
- [World Book Day 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/07/world-book-day-2024/) - We are marking and celebrating World Book Day and will be welcoming the author Sam Scott. World Book Day 2024 – Ideas and Activities | National Literacy Trust | National Literacy Trust
- [German Exchange - 10th-17th March 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/05/german-exchange-10th-17th-march-2024/) - We are very much looking forward to welcoming our exchange students from Gymnasium in der Taus on Sunday for a full week! Please follow @CchsGerman for updates on arrival times and photos of the week. German - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [NATIONAL CAREERS WEEK,  4th – 9th March 2024.](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/03/04/national-careers-week-4th-9th-march-2024/) - CCHS supports student career development throughout the year with events, advice and information. NCW offers the opportunity to spotlight exciting resources and online activities about career options. VCF Lobby - NCW 2024 Virtual Careers Fair
- [CCHS Institute Essay Competition 2023-24](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/02/28/cchs-institute-essay-competition-winners-for-2023-24/) - We are celebrating the winners of our 2023-24 CCHS Institute Essay Competition in assemblies this week. Congratulations to the winning students and thank you to all the students who participated. The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Children's Mental Health Week - 5th to 11th February 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/02/05/childrens-mental-health-week-5th-to-11th-february-2024/) - It's Children's Mental Health week - we will be giving this some extra thought during form time this week and in particular reflecting on Place2Be's focus of 'My voice matters' #childrensmentalhealthweek #place2be #myvoicematters #mentalhealthawareness #cchspastoralcare #wehearyou
- ['A Midsummer Night's Dream'](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/01/26/a-midsummer-nights-dream-production/) - We are looking forward to our school production of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ next week. Congratulations to all the cast and crew who have worked wonderfully well. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society - Year 10 STEM Club](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/01/16/chelmsford-science-and-engineering-society-year-10-stem-club/) - Many thanks to Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society colleagues for their generous support of our Year 10 STEM Club. CSES (Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society) STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Institute - Essay Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/01/16/cchs-institute-essay-competition/) - Thank you to all the students who entered our new CCHS Institute Essay Competition. The CCHS Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls CCHS Institute Essay Competition - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Assemblies - Celebrating Poetry](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2024/01/12/8943/) - Mr Carter and students delivered wonderful assemblies this week, celebrating poetry and our Mary Kenyon Poetry competition. We look forward, as always, to the submissions this year and thank the Kenyon family for their ongoing support of the school. Alumnae - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Winter Fayre -Saturday 25th November 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/11/15/cchs-winter-fayre-saturday-25th-november-2023/) - News on our Winter Fayre coming up in our school.
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/12/21/thank-you-4/) - Thank You for filling out our form.
- [The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/12/12/the-sunday-times-parent-power-guide-2022/) - Read The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2022 here.
- [Anglia Ruskin University of the Year 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/12/11/anglia-ruskin-university-of-the-year-2023/) - Many congratulations to Anglia Ruskin University on being named University of the Year 2023 at the Times Higher Education Awards. Anglia Ruskin named University of the Year 2023 at the Times Higher Education Awards (cambridgeindependent.co.uk)
- [CCHS Christmas Concert 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/12/07/cchs-christmas-concert-2023/) - We are looking forward to our Christmas Concerts next week. Student musicians and the Music Department have been rehearsing for what will be a wonderful experience for us all. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Year 9 Duke of Edinburgh's Award Launch Evening - Wednesday 6th December 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/12/04/year-9-duke-of-edinburgh-award-launch-evening-wednesday-6th-december-2023/) - We are looking forward to welcoming Year 9 students and their parents to our DofE Bronze Award information evening on Wednesday. Duke of Edinburgh’s Award - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Dance Show 2023 - Reputation](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/11/27/cchs-dance-show-2023-reputation/) - We are looking forward to this year’s Dance Show, ‘Reputation’. The Dance Officials and all those involved in the shows have worked incredibly hard. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [PA Winter Fayre - Saturday 25th November 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/11/24/8615/) - CCHS Parents’ Association Winter Fayre, Saturday 25th November, 11am to 2pm. Parents’ Association - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Equal Pay Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/11/22/equal-pay-day/) - Equal Pay Day, Wednesday 22nd November 2023. Equal Pay Day is a national campaign led by the Fawcett Society in the UK. Equal Pay Day 2023 is November 22nd (fawcettsociety.org.uk)
- [Road Safety Week - 17th -25th November 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/11/17/road-safety-17th-25th-november-2023/) - Road Safety Week takes place from the 19th to the 25th November this year. Road Safety Week | Brake
- [Remembrance Sunday](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/11/10/remembrance-sunday/) - Remembrance Sunday | Remembrance Events | Royal British Legion
- [The Princes Teaching Institute Award 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/10/31/the-princes-teaching-institute-award-2023/) - Congratulations to the CCHS Mathematics Department for again being awarded The Prince’s Teaching Institute Subject Leadership Mark, “for promoting challenge within the curriculum and enthusing pupils”. The Prince’s Teaching Institute - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Nice Trip - Year 10](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/07/nice-trip-year-10/) - A stroll on the Promenade des Anglais yesterday afternoon.
- [Pride Mural](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/05/pride-mural/) - Mr Harvey (Subject Leader of Art & School Development Leader) was commissioned by Chelmsford for You in partnership with John Lewis and Partners to create a mural for their Chelmsford store, to mark and celebrate Pride month. Many congratulations to Mr Harvey on his wonderful work. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Essex Pride](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/06/05/essex-pride/) - Essex Pride is an annual celebration of LGBT+ life in Essex and beyond. Establishing itself since it began in 2003 as a cornerstone event showcasing Essex’s successful approach to diversity and inclusion, and even becoming a factor in Chelmsford being granted City Status in 2012 by her Majesty The Queen. Essex Pride - Essex Pride
- [The girls’ school advantage – where girls learn best…](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/05/25/the-girls-school-advantage-where-girls-learn-best/) - International coalition of girls’ schools - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [The girls’ school advantage – who are girls’ school graduates?](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/05/24/the-girls-school-advantage-who-are-girls-school-graduates-2/) - The girls’ school advantage – who are girls’ school graduates? International coalition of girls’ schools - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [The girls’ school advantage – by the numbers…](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/05/23/the-girls-school-advantage-by-the-numbers/) - International coalition of girls’ schools - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Mental Health Awareness Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/05/15/mental-health-awareness-week/) - Mental Health Awareness Week, which takes place from Monday 15th to Sunday 21st May, is an annual event for the country to focus on achieving good mental health. Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Children's mental health - Every Mind Matters - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
- [The Coronation of King Charles III](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/05/05/the-coronation-of-king-charles-iii/) - As a school community, we will be marking the coronation of King Charles III by flying the Union flag today and tomorrow, undertaking a tree planting ceremony this morning and running an adapted House event today – Coronation Cakes. The Coronation Emblem | The Royal Family
- [CCHS Open Evening - 27th April 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/04/28/cchs-open-evening-27th-april-2023/) - We were delighted to welcome and meet so many families during our Open Evening yesterday. Admissions - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Commemoration Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/04/27/commemoration-day/)
- [Open Evening - 27th April 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/04/21/open-evening-27th-april-2023/) - We look forward to welcoming families to our Open Evening on Thursday 27th April, 4.30pm to 7pm. https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/admission-to-year-7-september-2024/
- [CCHS Senior Speech Day 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/04/20/cchs-senior-speech-day-2023/) - It was wonderful to celebrate the achievements of our senior students during our Speech Day at Chelmsford Cathedral yesterday evening. Congratulations to all our students for their hard work and successes and thank you to Dr Melissa Uchida, CCHS alumna and our guest speaker. Alumnae - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Welcome Back](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/04/17/welcome-back-3/) - Welcome back to our students and colleagues, as we begin the Summer Term today.
- [ICGS - Who are girls’ school graduates?](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/29/the-girls-school-advantage-who-are-girls-school-graduates/) - The girls’ school advantage – who are girls’ school graduates? International Coalition of Girls’ Schools – ICGS - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [ICGS - Where Girls Learn Best](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/28/icgs-where-girls-learn-best/) - The girls’ school advantage – where girls learn best… https://girlsschools.org/ ICGS Where Girls Learn Best
- [The National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/27/the-national-association-for-able-children-in-education-nace/) - The National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE) is celebrating 40 years of working with schools to improve provision for more able learners, providing resources, webinars, coaching, training, CPD and networking opportunities. CCHS is a proud member of NACE.
- [Ramadan Begins](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/22/ramadan-begins/) - Ramadan Mubarak to all of our Muslim students who will be celebrating the beginning of the sacred month of Ramadan. Muslims reflect, pray and fast during this month to commemorate the revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad.
- [English Speaking Union Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/21/english-speaking-union-competition/) - We were delighted to host an English Speaking Union competition yesterday afternoon. Several schools participated and all the students did wonderfully well. https://www.esu.org/ https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-cchs-institute/
- [World Book Day Competition Winners 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/17/world-book-day-competition-winners-2023/) - The English Department had the difficult task of choosing Year Group prize winners for the 2023 World Book Day KS3 Cover Competition. Well done to all who took part, and congratulations to those who were victorious! The entries are on display in the Anstee foyer. CCHS Reading Strategy - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Year 9 Options Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/15/year-9-options-evening-2/) - It was wonderful to welcome students and their families to our Year 9 Options Evening yesterday. Academic - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Pastoral - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Sikh Environment Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/14/sikh-environment-day/) - Today many of our Sikh Students will celebrate Sikh Environment Day, originally marked to remember the Gurta Gaddi Diwas of the seventh Sikh Guru Har Rai, as a day of celebrating nature and being in harmony with the environment.
- [CCHS Dance Show 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/13/cchs-dance-show-2023/) - Many congratulations to all the wonderfully talented students who performed in last week’s Dance Show and a big thank you to the brilliant Dance Officials and staff who worked to make the show such a great success.
- [Author - Sufiya Ahmed](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/09/author-sufiya-ahmed/) - We look forward to welcoming the author Sufiya Ahmed to CCHS to work with our Year 7 students today. CCHS Reading Strategy - Chelmsford County High School for Girls Library - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [International Coalition of Girls' Schools - ICGS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/08/international-coalition-of-girls-schools-icgs/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is a proud founding member of the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS), which is a global network united in advancing women’s leadership through education and empowerment. ICGS – The International Coalition of Girls’ Schools is the leading advocate for girls’ education worldwide. (girlsschools.org)
- [Happy Holi](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/08/happy-holi-2/) - We wish a Happy Holi to all of our Hindu students, and a colourful day playing with Gulal! Holi represents many things, including the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil.
- [International Women's Day 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/08/international-womens-day-2023/) - For over 100 years, people around the world have marked International Women’s Day on 8th March, celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and focusing attention on the work that still needs to be done to accelerate gender equality. International Women’s Day 2023: “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality” | UN
- [Happy Purim](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/07/happy-purim/) - Today we wish our Jewish students a Happy Purim, a joyous festival that commemorates the defeat of a Persian king that opposed Jewish people over 2000 years ago. The story is related in the biblical Book of Esther.
- [Dance Show - 'Illuminate'](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/06/dance-show-illuminate/) - We are looking forward to our annual Dance Show this week – ‘Illuminate’.
- [World Book Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/03/02/world-book-day/) - "This year, World Book Day is taking place on Thursday 2nd March 2023 and the emphasis is on making it YOUR World Book Day. Since it was first celebrated in the UK and Ireland over 25 years ago, the day has grown to become an essential calendar fixture for schools and communities." World Book Day 2023 – Ideas and
- [World Book Day - Book Token](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/24/world-book-day-book-tokens/) - This year’s World Book Day book tokens are in electronic form. To access your book token please scan the QR code below and click on the relevant yellow button on the website. As ever, the book token is worth £1 and can be exchanged for either a special WBD £1 book or put towards any
- [Made for More](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/24/made-for-more/) - Thank you to our colleagues at Made for More for providing all our Year 11 students with resource packs to support their studying and revision work. A big thank you to Emma Alleway for her work with and support for CCHS students over many years. https://madeformorechelmsford.com
- [Institute of Physics and Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society Lecture](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/23/institute-of-physics-and-chelmsford-science-and-engineering-society-lecture/) - We are looking forward to hosting an early edition of the Institute of Physics and Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society lecture tomorrow afternoon. ‘Quantum Key Distribution – a possible solution to uncrackable computer networks’ Institute of Physics - For physics • For physicists • For all : Institute of Physics (iop.org) CSES (Chelmsford Science and
- [Welcome Back!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/20/welcome-back-2/) - Welcome back to our students and colleagues today, as we begin the second part of the Spring Term.
- [CCHS Careers Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/10/cchs-careers-evening/) - Thank you to all the colleagues, including members of the CCHS Alumnae, companies and organisations who made yesterday’s Careers Evening such a success for our students and their families. https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/careers/ https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/university-and-employment/
- [International Day of Women and Girls in Science](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/10/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/) - International Day of Women and Girls in Science, 11th February. “Bringing everyone forward for sustainable and equitable development.” https://un.org/en/observances/women-and-girls-in-science-day
- [British Red Cross - Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/07/british-red-cross-earthquakes-in-turkey-and-syria/) - The British Red Cross has launched an emergency fundraising appeal in response to two devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. https://www.redcross.org.uk/about-us/news-and-media/media-centre/press-releases/british-red-cross-launches-turkey-syria-earthquake-appeal
- [Safer Internet Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/07/safer-internet-day/) - Today is ‘Safer Internet Day 2023’. Significantly, it will be the 20th edition of the campaign. https://www.saferinternetday.org/
- [Race Equality Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/06/race-equality-week/) - Race Equality Week is a UK-wide initiative uniting thousands of organisations and individuals to address race equality barriers. 6th-12th February https://www.raceequalitymatters.com/race-equality-week/
- [Children's Mental Health Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/06/childrens-mental-health-week/) - This year’s theme is Let’s Connect. Children's mental health is at the forefront of our minds at CCHS. There will be special focus on 'connecting' in Form Time, especially on Thursday, when we will be facilitating 'Time to Talk Thursday.
- [Congratulations!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/02/03/congratulations/) - Many congratulations to all the students and staff involved in our school show this year. We are so proud of you all. The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/the-arts/
- [Little Shop of Horrors **SOLD OUT**](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/31/little-shop-of-horrors-sold-out/) - Little Shop of Horrors Production **SOLD OUT FOR ALL PERFORMANCES** No tickets available on the door
- [School Production - Set is ready!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/30/school-production-set-is-ready/) - The set is ready for our school production! Tickets are still available for our performances of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ on Wed 1st and Thurs 2nd Feb. You can purchase tickets via: http://positickets.co.uk
- [Holocaust Memorial Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/27/holocaust-memorial-day/) - Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. ‘Ordinary People’ is the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2023. Holocaust Memorial Day Trust | HMD 2023 Theme
- [Little Shop of Horrors Production](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/26/little-shop-of-horrors-production/) - WE ARE SOLD OUT FOR FRIDAY! Tickets are still available for our performances of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ on Wed 1st and Thurs 2nd Feb. You can purchase tickets via: www.positickets.co.uk or by scanning the QR code below.
- [Jack Petchey Awards Ceremony](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/26/jack-petchey-awards-ceremony/) - Congratulations to our wonderful Jack Petchey Award winners who were invited to the Civic Theatre in Chelmsford this week to receive their awards. Winners are nominated for their outstanding achievements, efforts and contributions to their community.
- [International Day of Education](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/24/international-day-of-education/) - Today marks the fifth International Day of Education, celebrating the theme “to invest in people, prioritize education”. Building on the global momentum generated by the UN Transforming Education Summit in September 2022, this year’s Day will call for maintaining strong political mobilization around education and chart the way to translate commitments and global initiatives into
- [Little Shop of Horrors Production Tickets](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/20/6984/) - Tickets for our school production, 'Little Shop of Horrors' are now limited for Thursday 2nd February and Friday 3rd February, however, we have good availability for tickets on Wednesday 1st February. Book now to avoid disappointment!
- [Sikh Celebration](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/20/sikh-celebration/) - Today our Sikh students celebrate the birthday of Guru Gobind Singh. As the tenth and final Guru, he is credited with enshrining the Guru Granth Sahib and for introducing the five articles of faith.
- [Sports Presentation Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/20/sports-evening-presentation/) - We celebrated the very many achievements and successes of our brilliant sportswomen at our Sports Award Evening last night. Thank you to CCHS alumna, Alex Bailess, who was our special guest and delivered an inspirational speech. Sports - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [CCHS Sixth Form](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/19/cchs-sixth-form/) - We were delighted to welcome prospective students, and their families, to our Sixth Form Insights Evening last night. Sixth Form - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [Happy New Year to our Orthodox students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/13/happy-new-year-to-our-orthodox-students/) - Happy New Year to our Orthodox students who will be celebrating in-line with the Eastern Orthodox tradition of using the old Julian calendar to mark time.
- [Little Shop of Horrors Performances](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/10/little-shop-of-horrors-performances/) - We are proud to present this year’s whole school production ‘Little Shop of Horrors’. Performances will take place on 1st, 2nd and 3rd February 2023. Doors open at 18.30, with performances starting at 19.00. Tickets available here: Positickets.
- [Welcome back](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2023/01/09/welcome-back/) - Welcome back to our students and colleagues today as we begin the Spring Term.
- [Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/12/20/thank-you/)
- [Remembrance Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/11/11/remembrance-day/) - Royal British Legion - This year we are exploring the concept of Service through a variety of anniversaries and events including the 40th anniversary of the Falklands Conflict and the 78th anniversary of D-Day, as well as Commonwealth Day, South Asian Heritage Month and Black History Month. https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/remembrance/what-were-remembering-this-year
- [Christmas Concert](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/12/16/christmas-concert/) - Many congratulations to our student musicians and our Music Department for providing the CCHS community with two superb Christmas Concerts this week.
- [Culture Fest 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/12/02/culture-fest-2022/) - A brilliant Culture Fest Week at CCHS, thanks to the leadership of Louisa, Toni and Tal, and so many talented and wonderful students across our school community!
- [Culture Fest 28th November - 2nd December](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/12/01/culture-fest-28th-november-2nd-december/) - Culture Fest 28th Nov 2nd December
- [Enrichment Day 1 - 13th October 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/13/enrichment-day-1-13th-october-2022/) - Find out more about what we'll be doing on our Enrichment Day here.
- [Enrichment Day 1 - Partner Primary Schools](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/13/enrichment-day-1-partner-primary-schools/) - Find out more about our Enrichment Day here.
- [Anti-Bullying Week 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/11/14/anti-bullying-week-2022/) - Anti-Bullying Week 2022 is coordinated in England and Wales by the Anti-Bullying Alliance. It will take place from 14th to 18th November 2022 and has the theme ‘Reach Out’. https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/anti-bullying-week/anti-bullying-week-2022-reach-out https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/
- [England Women's Rugby Union Team](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/11/14/6652/) - Congratulations to the England Women's Rugby Union Team on their brilliant play in the World Cup Final on Saturday against New Zealand. https://www.englandrugby.com/england/senior-women#index https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/sports/
- [Black Excellence Fest](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/11/08/black-excellence-fest/) - An inspiring Black Excellence Fest last week. Thank you and congratulations to all our brilliant students who participated.
- [Leadership Conference 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/21/leadership-conference-2022/) - Leadership Conference 2022 - the Diversity of Success. Celebrating our 10 year anniversary of this inspirational event for our Year 11 students. We also look forward to welcoming students from St. John Payne School to join us for the day.
- [Year 11 Leadership Conference 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/18/year-11-leadership-conference-2022/) - Just 3 days until our Year 11 Leadership Conference 'The Diversity of Success'. A number of key speakers will deliver thought provoking talks to our students followed by a carousel of inspiring workshops. https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/pastoral-events/
- [ICGS UK Conference 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/17/6552/) - An excellent inaugural ICGS (International Coalition of Girls' Schools) UK Conference in London on Friday, with an inspirational keynote from Dame Alison Peacock, CEO of the Chartered College of Teaching. https://girlsschools.org https://chartered.college
- [Year 9 Ypres Trip - Tyne Cot Cemetery](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/14/year-9-ypres-trip-tyne-cot-cemetery/) - Today our students have spent some time at Tyne Cot Cemetery, witnessing about how our service personnel have been remembered.
- [Black History Month Assembly](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/14/black-history-month-assembly/) - This year's theme is: “Time for Change: Action Not Words". Our Change and Diversity prefects have delivered a fabulous assembly this morning - exploring this theme and celebrating Black History Month. #digdeeplookcloserthinkbigger #BHM2022
- [Year 9 Ypres Trip - Day 2](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/14/year-9-ypres-trip-day-2/) - Our Year 9 students have been up early today for the next part of their Ypres trip.
- [Year 10 Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award Qualifying Expedition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/10/year-10-bronze-duke-of-edinburghs-award-qualifying-expedition/) - Congratulations to our Year 10 students who successfully completed their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award qualifying expedition this weekend. They were fantastic from start to finish with an outlook as wonderful as the weather!
- [World Mental Health Day 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/10/world-mental-health-day-2022/) - World Mental Health Day: “Make mental health and wellbeing for all a global priority”, World Federation for Mental Health. https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/public-engagement/world-mental-health-day
- [Sixth Form Open Evening 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/07/sixth-form-open-evening-2022/) - It was wonderful to welcome so many students and families to our Sixth Form Open Evening yesterday. Do look at our website for more information about the wealth of opportunities available in our Sixth Form. https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/
- [National Poetry Day 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/06/national-poetry-day-2022/) - Today we are celebrating nature for #NationalPoetryDay. Students in Years 7 and 8 are penning poems about creatures in their gardens, meanwhile Year 9 are finding their inner Romantic by writing poems inspired by the grandeur of mountains. https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/english-literature/
- [Black History Month - October 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/10/06/black-history-month-october-2022/) - Black History Month 2022 “Time for Change: Action Not Words" Our Change and Diversity Prefects have been working on events and an assembly to celebrate Black History Month. #digdeeplookcloserthinkbigger #BHM2022 https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/change-at-cchs/
- [Jack Petchey's "Speak Out" Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/29/jack-petcheys-speak-out-challenge/) - Thank you to our Jack Petchey colleagues, who are working with our Year 10 students today: ‘Stand Up, Speak Out!’ The Jack Petchey Foundation Award Scheme - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk)
- [European Day of Languages](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/26/european-day-of-languages/) - Today, we celebrated European Day of Languages. European Day of Languages > Home (ecml.at)
- [New Parents' Welcome Evening 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/23/new-parents-welcome-evening-2022/) - We were delighted to see the parents of our Year 7 students at yesterday’s New Parents’ Welcome Evening. https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents-portal/
- [Year 10 Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Practice Expedition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/21/year-10-bronze-duke-of-edinburgh-practice-expedition/) - Congratulations to our Year 10 students on completing their Bronze Award Duke of Edinburgh practice expedition.
- [Year 12 Meet the Tutor](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/16/year-12-meet-the-tutor/) - It was wonderful to welcome parents to our Year 12 Meet the Tutor event yesterday.
- [Next stage for our 2021-22 Year 13 Students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/12/next-stage-for-our-2021-22-year-13-students/) - 2021-22 Year 13 students will soon be heading off to university, starting their gap years and other adventures. Very best wishes to them all. Stay in touch and we will see you at Speech Day.
- [Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/09/passing-of-her-majesty-queen-elizabeth-ii/) - On such a momentous occasion for our country and beyond, with the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II we pay our respects to our remarkable and era-defining head of state. On her 21st birthday, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II said: “I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long
- [International Literacy Day - 8th September 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/08/international-literacy-day-8th-september-2022/) - We mark International Literacy Day today: "Since 1967, International Literacy Day celebrations have taken place annually around the world to remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity..." UNESCO https://events.unesco.org/event?id=2036446720&lang=1033 https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/library/
- [Artsmark Gold Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/07/artsmark-gold-award/) - We are delighted to have achieved the Artsmark Gold Award from Arts Council England for a second time. This prestigious award demonstrates our commitment to providing our students with a broad and ambitious curriculum.
- [CCHS Community Supports the DEC](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/02/6275/) - The CCHS community supports the Disasters Emergency Committee Pakistan Floods Appeal. https://www.dec.org.uk/appeal/pakistan-floods-appeal
- [Welcome back - 2022/23 Academic Year](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/06/welcome-back-2022-23-academic-year/) - Welcome back to all year groups today to start the 2022-23 academic year.
- [Welcome to our Year 7 and Year 12 Students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/09/05/welcome-to-our-year-7-and-year-12-students/) - We are delighted to welcome our Year 7 and Year 12 students for their first day of term today.
- [Sian Cleaver: One Giant Step for Women](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/08/31/sian-cleaver-one-giant-step-for-women/) - ‘You don’t need to be a man or born in the US to go into space’ Chelmsford-born engineer Sian Cleaver is at Cape Canaveral, working on the test-flight of Artemis, the first crewed Moon landing since 1972 BySarah Knapton, SCIENCE EDITOR, CAPE CANAVERAL27 August 2022 • 6:00pm Sian Cleaver: ‘I really hope that a lot of
- [GCSE Results - Summer 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/08/25/gcse-results-summer-2022/) - Many congratulations to our brilliant Year 11 students for achieving superb GCSE results. Your school staff are so pleased for and proud of you all! Please visit our website for more information: https://cchs.co.uk/academic/examinations/
- [A level results - Summer 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/08/18/a-level-results-summer-2022/) - We celebrate an extraordinary year group for their excellent A level results and wider school achievements. Please click on the link below for more information: https://cchs.co.uk/academic/examinations/
- [England Women's Football Team - Euro 2022 Winners!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/08/01/england-womens-football-team-euro-2022-winners/) - Huge congratulations to the England Women’s Football team – Champions of Europe!
- [Year 12 - Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Award Expedition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/07/25/year-12-duke-of-edinburghs-gold-award-expedition/) - Congratulations to the Year 12 students who completed their Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Award in the Peak District last week - great work by them all. A big thank you to Miss Vigrass at CCHS and our colleagues at Adventure Expeditions.
- [Alumnae Event - 13th July 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/07/14/alumnae-event-13th-july-2022/) - We were thrilled to welcome back former students and colleagues yesterday afternoon, to catch up with each other and with staff, and to see the wonderful new buildings.
- [Year 10 Parents' Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/07/13/year-10-parents-evening/) - It was wonderful to welcome families to our Year 10 Parents’ Evening yesterday. Congratulations to our students and thank you to staff and parents.
- [Flower Fest 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/07/11/flower-fest-2022/) - A superb celebration of our school's heart, brain and ethos, with 'Flower Fest' last week. Peace, Unity and Love - with money raised for the vital work of the British Red Cross. https://redcross.org.uk
- [Guest Speaker - Dr Katy Barrett](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/07/08/guest-speaker-dr-katy-barrett/) - We are excited to welcome guest speaker Dr Katy Barrett to CCHS today, who will be talking about her career in art curating and her role as Head of Interpretation at the Houses of Parliament.
- [Summer School 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/07/06/summer-school-2022/) - We are thrilled to welcome girls from our partner primary schools, today and tomorrow, to our Summer School, as part of our outreach and fair access work.
- [Sports Day 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/07/05/sports-day-2022/) - We are holding our House Athletics Championship (Sports Day) today – all the best to our participants!
- [New Intake Day - 29th June 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/06/29/new-intake-day-29th-june-2022/) - It was wonderful to welcome students who will join us in Year 7 come September. Our New Intake Day was a great success – congratulations to all the students and thank you to school staff.
- [CCHS Celebrates International Women in Engineering Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/06/23/cchs-celebrates-international-women-in-engineering-day/)
- [](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/06/17/6001/) - Huge thanks to the Every Child Online organisation for their donation of IT equipment to us today - Mr Lawlor and some of our Year 7 students personally took delivery of the items! https://everychildonline.co.uk
- [CCHS Student Highly Commended in University of Oxford Flash Fiction Competition 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/06/15/5988/) - Well done to Khalen in Year 11, who was highly commended in the University of Oxford Flash Fiction Competition 2022.
- [Music Prefects Perform at Writtle College Open Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/06/14/music-prefects-perform-at-writtle-college-open-day/)
- [Anthea Bell Young Translator Prize Winners](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/06/09/anthea-bell-young-translator-prize-winners/) - Congratulations to our students, Maria in Year 11 and Mariella in Year 12, who were both winners in the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators (East area). With more than 14,000 students involved, this is a fantastic achievement - well done! Anthea Bell Prize: Winners 2022 | The Queen's College, Oxford
- [Art Exhibition - June 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/06/08/art-exhibition-june-2022/) - What a privilege it was for us to view the brilliant work of our student artists at the CCHS Art Exhibition last night. Many congratulations to the students and thank you to our Art Department.
- [Happy 115th Birthday CCHS!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/04/28/happy-115th-birthday-cchs/) - Happy 115th Birthday CCHS!
- [Open Day Event - Key Visitor Information](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/04/28/open-day-event-key-visitor-information/) - Open Day Event – Key Visitor Information
- [Half-term Break: May 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/05/27/half-term-break-may-2022/) - We wish CCHS families well for the half-term break. Congratulations to students, and thank you to staff, for all their hard work and commitment – and thank you to parents for your support and encouragement of our work with your wonderful daughters.
- [Year 8 Parents' Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/05/20/year-8-parents-evening/) - It was wonderful to welcome Year 8 families to our Parents' Evening yesterday – congratulations to our Year 8 students!
- [Silver Medalists in Essex U14 Hardball Cricket Finals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/05/18/silver-medalists-in-essex-u14-hardball-cricket-finals/) - Well done to our Cricket team who were silver medalists in the Essex U14 Hardball Cricket Finals (a delayed event due to the pandemic).
- [U13 Indoor and Outdoor Cricket Champions!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/05/18/u13-indoor-and-outdoor-cricket-champions/) - Congratulations to our U13 Cricket team who are now Essex Champions in both Indoor and Outdoor Softball Cricket. Thank you to Mr May and our PE colleagues for supporting our students with these events.
- [Year 7 Parents' Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/05/13/year-7-parents-evening/) - It was wonderful to welcome Year 7 families to our Parents' Evening yesterday - very well done to our Year 7 students!
- [Women of the Future Ambassadors' Reception - May 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/05/12/women-of-the-future-ambassadors-reception-may-2022/) - The Women of the Future Ambassadors' Reception was attended by some of our Senior Prefects. 'Connecting role models with students, to inspire the next generation of female talent'.
- [Year 13 Parents' Farewell Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/05/12/year-13-parents-farewell-evening/) - We enjoyed a wonderful celebration evening with our Year 13 students and their parents last night, to thank and congratulate this extraordinary year group. We were blessed to teach and work with them and wish them all the best with their examinations.
- [9-15th May 2002: Mental Health Awareness Week](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/05/09/9-15th-may-2002-mental-health-awareness-week/) - 9th-15th May is Mental Health Awareness Week across the country, with the following theme: ‘together we can tackle loneliness’ Mental Health Awareness Week | Mental Health Foundation Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 - Mental Health UK (mentalhealth-uk.org)
- [Open Evening 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/04/29/open-evening-2022/) - It was wonderful to welcome so many families to our Open Evening yesterday. Thank you for visiting our school, as we look forward to welcoming the next cohort of girls to join the CCHS community.
- [Speech Day 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/04/20/speech-day-2022/) - We are looking forward to Speech Day, at Chelmsford Cathedral, later today – an opportunity to congratulate and celebrate the work and achievements of senior students and alumnae.
- [End of Spring Term - Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/04/01/end-of-spring-term-thank-you/) - Congratulations to our students and staff for all their hard work and achievements this term. Thank you to parents and our governors for their support and encouragement. We wish CCHS families well over the Easter break and look forward to welcoming our students and colleagues back to school for the Summer Term.
- [Spring Concerts - Thank You](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/04/01/spring-concerts-thank-you/) - Live music returned to CCHS this week with our Spring Concerts. The standard of playing, the variety of the programme, the joy in the performances, and the appreciation from the audiences – the concerts were a triumph! Thank you to all our brilliant student musicians and our wonderful Music Department.
- [Women's History Month: Celebrating past, present and future women in our school community](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/31/womens-history-month-celebrating-past-present-and-future-women-in-our-school-community/) - To conclude our Women’s History Month commemorations we would like to celebrate all the women in our school community past, present and future. As a school we are extremely proud of our commitment to girls’ education and of our incredible students, colleagues and their families. It is fitting that this week we are also
- [Industrial Cadets: Leonardo UK Visit](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/31/5762/) - Thank you to Jake and Jacob for organising a very busy and productive morning @Leonardo_UK for our students. They had a fantastic time learning more about the company and working on their Industrial Cadet Bronze Project.
- [Women's History Month: Florence Howes](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/30/womens-history-month-florence-howes/) - Today our History Department are celebrating the work of Florence Howes. Born in Brooklyn in 1929, Howe was introduced to feminism when she participated in the civil rights and anti-war movements of the 1960s. During that time she taught at a Freedom School in Mississippi as part of an effort to close the educational opportunity
- [Women's History Month: Sian Cleaver](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/23/womens-history-month-sian-cleaver/) - Today we are celebrating the incredible work of CCHS Aluma Sian Cleaver. Sian currently works for Airbus in Bremen, Germany, where she designs satellites and vehicles for space exploration. Sian has appeared on Blue Peter to showcase the Airbus Mars Rover and is passionate about widening understanding of and participation in science.
- [Laylat al-Bara'ah](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/18/laylat-al-baraah/) - Tonight our Muslim community with observe Laylat al-Bara’ah ‘the night of forgiveness’. It is regarded as a night when the fortunes of individuals for the coming year are decided and when Allah may forgive sinners. In many regions, this is also a night when prayers are arranged for forgiveness from Allah for one's deceased ancestors.
- [Hola Mohalla](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/18/hola-mohalla/) - Commencing today our Sikh students will be celebrating Hola Mohalla, a three-day long festival where displays of fighting prowess and bravery are performed. Music, poetry and communal meals are also enjoyed. On the final day there is a military style procession through the streets.
- [Happy Holi!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/18/happy-holi/) - Happy Holi to our Hindu students! The festival celebrates the eternal and divine love of Radha Krishna and the arrival of spring. It is a festive day to meet others, play and laugh, forget and forgive, and repair broken relationships. It's a colourful festival, with dancing, singing and throwing of powder paint and coloured water.
- [Women's History Month: Dr Ivy Williams](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/18/womens-history-month-dr-ivy-williams/) - This year for International Women's History Month our Historians are celebrating the first woman in England & Wales to become a barrister and be allowed to argue in court. This made Dr Ivy Williams an important role model for future women. For 600 years women had not been allowed to become barristers until 1922
- [Women's History Month: Dame Margaret Anstee](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/17/womens-history-month-dame-margaret-anstee/) - Today we are celebrating the incredible life and work of CCHS Aluma Dame Margaret Anstee who has been an inspiration to students past and present for her international impact in her role at the United Nations. Not only was she the first woman to reach the rank of Under Secretary General at the UN
- [Women's History Month: Spanish](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/16/womens-history-month-spanish/) - Last week our Year 10 Spanish students celebrated International Women’s Day with a range of activities which included writing about a woman who inspires them. Our Spanish department were delighted to see our talented linguists using their extensive vocabulary to celebrate a diverse range of women with many students celebrating their families.
- [CCHS Institute: Physics Lecture, 17th March 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/15/cchs-institute-physics-lecture-17th-march-2022/) - We look forward to welcoming Paul Hardaker to CCHS on Thursday, 17th March 2022, for his Physics lecture on climate change.
- [Women's History Month: Anna Freud](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/15/womens-history-month-anna-freud/) - As part of our Women’s History month today our Psychology department are honouring the great work of Anna Freud, daughter of Freud who built on his ideas and developed the field of Child Psychoanalysis and Child Psychology. During the war Anna set up a ‘War Nursery’ to support children made homeless due to bombing.
- [Women's History Month: Ancient Women of Historical Import](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/14/womens-history-month-ancient-women-of-historical-import/) - We are well aware that the Ancient Greek and Roman civilisations were patriarchal and not hugely conducive to the promotion and success of women. Therefore, those women who did excel in their field are even more deserving of our attention and admiration including: Hypatia, Julia Felix, Sulpicia and Sappho.
- [Inspirational Women - Malala Yousafzai](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/09/inspirational-women-malala-yousafzai/) - Yesterday our students reflected on the women who inspire them and many of them chose Malala Yousafzai. She is an advocate for girls’ education and in 2014 she became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.
- [Inspirational Women Nominated by our Year 8 students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/08/inspirational-women-nominated-by-our-year-8-students/) - To celebrate International Women’s Day our students have been reflecting on the women who inspire them. Here are some of the inspirational women that our Year 8 students nominated this morning.
- [International Women's Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/08/international-womens-day/) - We mark and celebrate International Women’s Day today: “Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.” International Women's Day 2022 (internationalwomensday.com)
- [Women's History Month - Mary Kenyon](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/03/womens-history-month-mary-kenyon/) - As part of our Women’s History Month celebrations today we remember the work of CCHS alumna Mary Kenyon who was our Head Girl in 1939. Following her time at CCHS Mary studied English at Oxford (where she was tutored by JRR Tolkien) before she served in the famous Hut 6 at Bletchley Park. Before
- [Year 9 Options Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/03/year-9-options-evening/) - We are looking forward to welcoming students and their parents to our Year 9 Options Evening today - important and exciting times for our Year 9 students!
- [Industrial Cadets Project](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/02/industrial-cadets-project/) - We are delighted to welcome colleagues from Leonardo UK, who are working with a group of our senior students on their Industrial Cadets Gold Projects today.
- [Women's History Month](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/03/01/womens-history-month/) - At the start of Women’s History Month we would like to commemorate over a century of girls’ education and celebrate all our students’ endeavours: past, present and future. During this month we will be sharing women’s significant contributions to history, culture and society.
- [Bar Mock Trial Competition Winners](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/02/28/bar-mock-trial-competition-winners/) - Many congratulations to Ioana, Funso, Amelia, Tal, Imogen, Tara, Megan, Alesha, Harriet, and Arianna, who won the Bar Mock Trial Competition, held at the University of Kent, on Saturday!
- [Welcome back](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/02/21/5365/) - It is wonderful to welcome back our students and colleagues today as we begin the second part of the Spring Term.
- [Oxford & Cambridge Information Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2022/02/03/oxford-cambridge-information-evening/) - We were delighted to host our annual Oxford & Cambridge Information Evening this week. Thank you, as ever, to Dr Sam Lucy, Director of Admissions for the Cambridge Colleges, for her expert guidance. It was lovely to welcome so many students from CCHS and other schools to this event.
- [Student Survey](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2021/12/08/student-survey/) - Autumn 2021 A recent survey delivered to all CCHS students was completed during the Autumn Term, resulting in a return of 858 individual responses. Feedback includes 220 responses from our Sixth Form students. We are delighted to report that: 93% of our students said they were confident or very confident in the quality of education
- [Senior Prefect and House Official Training Morning](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/03/04/senior-prefect-and-house-official-training-morning/) - To prepare for the year ahead the new Senior Prefects and House Officials undertook a training morning at the Old Chelmsfordians on Friday 23rd January. Students took part in sessions on leadership, public speaking, chairing a meeting and minute-taking were all designed to help prepare them for their new roles. Senior Prefects and House Officials
- [BBC News - Four universities join elite Russell Group](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/03/04/bbc-news-four-universities-join-elite-russell-group/) - Four more universities are joining the Russell Group of leading universities - Durham, Exeter, Queen Mary, University of London, and York. The Russell Group represents some of the most prestigious universities in the UK - and will now have 24 members. Read the full story on the BBC News.
- [How does CCHS celebrate British Values?](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/04/07/how-does-cchs-celebrate-british-values/) - Here at CCHS, we not only embrace British values, but truly celebrate them and encourage others to respect and enjoy them too. We strive to work hard to improve ourselves, our community and beyond - never forgetting our place in the diverse and globalised society in which we live. As a school, we love to
- [Schoolgirl stands out from the crowd to win public speaking competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/04/07/schoolgirl-stands-out-from-the-crowd-to-win-public-speaking-competition/) - A TEENAGER has been presented with a prestigious award after winning a public speaking competition. Caitlin Farrell, from Chelmsford County High School for Girls scooped the top prize in the Central Essex Regional Final of the Jack Petchey Speak Out challenge. The youngster impressed the judges with her winning speech Fireflies, fighting off competition from
- [Junior Speech Day - June 2015](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/05/17/junior-speech-day-june-2015/) - By Nancy Rowe, Former Student Wow. What an amazing room of high achievers I see before me. Each and every one of you, regardless of whether or not you received an award today, should be proud of what a fantastic year you’ve had, and how hard you have worked. Congratulations to those of you that
- [Year 13](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/05/31/year-13/) - Year 13 spent a great, but emotional last few days before they started their Study Leave on Thursday afternoon and we wish them well in their forthcoming examinations.
- [CCHS is School of the Week on the Prince's Teaching Institute website](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/07/20/cchs-is-school-of-the-week-on-the-princes-teaching-institute-website/) - Click on link below: Find Your Voice
- [Girls achieve outstanding A Level Results 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/08/18/girls-achieve-outstanding-a-level-results-2016/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls celebrates another year of outstanding examination results, both in the International Baccalaureate and at A2. In the IB 83% of the grades awarded were the top grades of 7/6/5, reflecting all the hard work of the students in studying six subjects as well as the core programme. Three students
- [Exceptional GCSE results 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/08/26/exceptional-gcse-results-2016/) - Our students have achieved the expected outstanding results with 88.50% A*A, 54.82% A*, some of the very best results achieved at CCHS. These results will stand as a firm foundation for successful study at A Level in our Sixth Form. Congratulations to the students and their teachers! Exceptional results were achieved by: Olivia Wheeler who
- [Dame Margaret Joan Anstee, DCMG 1926-2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/08/26/dame-margaret-joan-anstee-dcmg-1926-2016/) - CCHS mourns the passing one one of its most notable alumnae, Dame Margaret Joan Anstee, at the age of 90. She was an inspiration to students past and present for international impact in her role at the United Nations. Major accomplishments include: First woman to reach the rank of Under Secretary General at the UN.
- [Essex Teacher Training Recruitment Event](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/09/06/essex-teacher-training-recruitment-event/) - On behalf of the Chelmsford Teaching School Alliance, Honywood School will host a Teacher Training event on Wednesday 21st September 2016 at 6.30pm. For more information, please download the flyer:
- [In Memoriam](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/09/16/in-memoriam/) - We were sadden to learn of the passing of: Anne Barbara Thacker, nee Pollard, after a short battle with cancer last week. Anne taught Chemistry at CCHS until 1979. Her funeral will be at Exeter Crematorium on 19th September 2016 at 1pm. Former student Donna Perry who passed away in August 2016. Our deepest sympathy
- [National Schools' Swimming Championship - Nov 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/11/21/national-schools-swimming-championship-nov-2016/) - Congratulations to our Swimming Team who made the finals of the National Schools' Championships on 19th November 2016, coming 7th in the Inter Girls Freestyle and 5th in the Medley, which is a great achievement for a state school.
- [Grammar Schools are the best in the region](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/12/01/grammar-schools-are-the-best-in-the-region/) - According to The Sunday Times, Parent Power Survey Grammar schools are the best in the region. http://www.echo-news.co.uk/news/local_news/14927085.Grammar_schools_are_best_in_the_region/
- [Elizabeth:  A mod in 1960s Chelmsford](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/12/01/elizabeth-a-mod-in-1960s-chelmsford/) - Elizabeth Woodcraft attended Chelmsford County High School for Girls in the 1960s, she became a barrister and stood-up for Greenham Common protesters, anti-apartheid campaigners and striking miners. Prior to her career, she was a Mod in the 1960s. Her new book, 'Beyond the Beehive' has just been published. http://www.eadt.co.uk/home/elizabeth_a_mod_in_1960s_chelmsford_1_4790733
- [Former student Sarah Perry wins book of the year](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/12/14/former-student-sarah-perry-wins-book-of-the-year/)
- [Sunday Times Top 250 State Schools 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2016/12/15/sunday-times-top-250-state-schools-2016/) - Congratulations to all our students and staff for their hard work that has led CCHS being placed 13th in the Sunday Times Parent Power survey.
- [In Memoriam:  Mary Kenyon (1922-2017)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/01/17/in-memoriam-mary-kenyon-1922-2017/) - Our school community is very sad to announce that one of its most highly respected 'old girls' passed away peacefully on Monday 9th January 2017. We will miss her regular visits and contributions to the school. Our thoughts are with her family at this sad time.
- [Grammar Schools - A toxic policy or will they benefit pupils?](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/01/20/grammar-schools-a-toxic-policy-or-will-they-benefit-pupils/) - ITV News - Thursday 19th January 2017 A toxic policy or one that will benefit pupils? A headteacher from Cambridgeshire has described the government's plan to open more grammar schools as a toxic policy that won't help pupils from poorer backgrounds. Robert Campbell the Executive Principal of Impington Village College says instead, there needs to
- [CCHS ranked Best-Performing School in Essex 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/01/20/cchs-ranked-best-performing-school-in-essex-2016/) - Every Essex secondary school ranked based on GCSE result Chelmsford County High School for Girls was the best-performing school in Essex in 2016, as well as one of the best performers in England, based on its Attainment 8 performance, with an average score per pupil of 76.5. This is roughly equivalent to between an A
- [Former student - Dr Melissa Uchida - 2016 recipient of the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/02/06/former-student-dr-melissa-uchida-2016-recipient-of-the-breakthrough-prize-in-fundamental-physics/) - We congratulate former student, Dr Melissa Uchida (nee George) on being a recipient of the 2016 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for 'the fundamental discovery and exploration of neutrino oscillations, revealing a new frontier beyond, and possibly far beyond, the standard model of particle physics'.
- [Author Saci Lloyd meets Year 7 students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/03/02/author-saci-lloyd-meets-year-7-students/) - Year 7 students were honoured to welcome author Saci Lloyd on World Book Day, 2nd March 2017. Saci has had a varied career, including working as a cartoonist, working in advertising, co-founding a film company and Head of Media at Newham Sixth Form College. Her first novels, The Carbon Diaries series were published in 2010
- [Year 12 Senior Prefects attend WoF Annual Ambassadors' Reception](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/04/18/year-12-senior-prefects-attend-wof-annual-ambassadors-reception/) - Eight Senior Prefects attended the Women of the Future Annual Ambassadors' Reception, at Bloomberg in the City, they found the event inspirational, motivational, and developed their network key skills with successful women in a variety of careers. The event was organised by Pinky Lilani, Founder of WoF. March 2017
- [ISM Musicians 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/04/20/ism-musicians-2017/) - We are delighted to receive the ISM/ISM Trust Silver Certificate in Music 2017 for GCSE Music last year. Congratulations to our talented students.
- [Feedback from Speech Day 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/04/25/feedback-from-speech-day-2017/) - Thank you from a Year 14 student who attended Speech Day on 19th April 2017 This is just a note to say how much I enjoyed last Wednesday’s speech and awards evening at Chelmsford Cathedral – the final event to mark my time at CCHS. It was a splendid evening that will live long in
- [Chelmsford girl's school voted the best secondary school in Essex](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/08/08/chelmsford-girls-school-voted-the-best-secondary-school-in-essex/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls was voted the best state-funded secondary school in Essex and the surrounding area according to the Real Schools Guide 2017, put together by our data unit. Headteacher, Nicole Chapman, said: "Obviously I'm very delighted because the school is a super school. I have been here ten years now and
- [Sixth Form (Year 13) public examinations results, 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/08/17/sixth-form-year-13-public-examinations-results-2017/) - As ever, we are very proud of the hard work and dedication of our students and teachers which have led to some outstanding results and great successes in achieving places at leading universities to study on highly competitive degree courses. With Government reforms in sciences, Economics, English, History and Psychology and the School’s temporary replacement
- [Stunning GCSE results - August 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/08/24/stunning-gcse-results-august-2017/) - Our students are celebrating another set of outstanding GCSE results with 87% A*/A/9/8/7. Once again the girls are challenging gender stereotypes by excelling in Maths (90%), Biology (88.33%), Chemistry 90.83% and Physics (80%). All the hard work and support of the teachers and parents paid off. Congratulations!
- [Former student has graduated in Law ...](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2017/08/25/former-student-has-graduated-in-law/) - Dear Mrs Chapman, I am just writing to let you know that on September 4th I will begin my training contract with magic circle law firm Linklaters LLP. I left CCHS in 2013 and graduated with a high 2:1 in law from Durham University in June 2016. Linklaters then kindly gave me the
- [Young people's finances - attitudes to money, getting teenagers to love maths and the hidden perils of shared ownership](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2018/01/12/young-peoples-finances-attitudes-to-money-getting-teenagers-to-love-maths-and-the-hidden-perils-of-shared-ownership/) - Former student, Charlotte Malton talks to the Financial Times about money. https://www.ft.com/content/4ee28085-aa6c-49f2-9312-37c86843bafc
- [4,500 girls, including our CCHS Zen Coders team, compete in finals of the CyberFirst Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2018/03/22/4500-girls-including-our-cchs-zen-coders-team-compete-in-finals-of-the-cyberfirst-competition/) - The Top Ten teams from around the UK competed in the grand finals on Monday 19th March 2018, in the girls only CyberFirst competition. To reach the final, our Year 8 Zen Coders team completed a number of online tasks: cyber security, logic and coding, networking and cryptography. On the day, they had to solve
- [Thank you from Year 13 - 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2018/05/30/thank-you-from-year-13-2018/)
- [CCHS girls top the Newnham College Essay Prizes 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2018/06/07/cchs-girls-top-the-newnham-college-essay-prizes-2018/) - Two students from Chelmsford County High School for Girls are celebrating their success in the 2018 Newnham College Essay Prizes; which is only open to female students in Year 12. Congratulations to Julie Tang on winning first prize for the Biological Sciences Essay Prize, with her essay; ‘How do cells dispose of their trash?’ Julie
- [Students celebrate another year of A Level success](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2018/08/16/students-celebrate-another-year-of-a-level-success/) - Year 13 students at Chelmsford County High School for Girls are celebrating some excellent A level results, showing that they have responded well to the challenges of the new specifications. The school is particularly pleased by the fact that 34% of students received three or more A* or A grades and 11% achieved four or
- [GCSE Results 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2018/08/23/gcse-results-2018/) - Our students have worked conscientiously towards achieving their best again this year, with an impressive 87% of grades at 9/8/7, and nearly half at grade 9. As ever when new assessments are introduced, our teachers were cautious in their predictions, consequently, all have been exceeded – 14 students achieved an exceptional average of a grade
- [Girls show their cyber skills to reach finals challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2019/03/14/girls-show-their-cyber-skills-to-reach-finals-challenge/) - Young women are answering the call for cyber security experts of the future as efforts to address the present gender imbalance bear fruit with record number of participants in GCHQ led competition. To mark International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has today announced in excess of a
- [CCHS celebrates an outstanding crop of A level results](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2019/08/15/cchs-celebrates-an-outstanding-crop-of-a-level-results/) - The students of Chelmsford County High School for Girls have once again shown that they can compete with the very best in the country across the whole range of A level subjects. The students and the School are today celebrating outstanding results with 84% of A level grades being at A*, A or B. Indeed
- [Impressive GCSE Results for CCHS students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2019/08/22/impressive-gcse-results-for-cchs-students/) - Our students have once again responded very well to the increased challenge brought about by the recently introduced GCSE grading and more rigorous assessment. For the second year the removal of coursework did not affect outcomes for our students who worked particularly hard towards the requirements. 84% top grades is most impressive for CCHS students
- [A Level Results 2020](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2020/08/13/a-level-results-2020/) - On behalf of the whole School community, I would like to congratulate all of our Year 13 students on their hard work and successes during their A level studies. Alongside their academic achievements, this year group should also be recognised for how well they have dealt with the unprecedented circumstances in which they found themselves.
- [GCSE Day - August 2020](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2020/08/20/gcse-day-august-2020/) - Continuing unprecedented and challenging times – more extraordinary and inspirational students On behalf of the whole School community, Stephen Lawlor, Headteacher at CCHS said: “I would like to congratulate all of our Year 11 students on their hard work and achievements during their GCSE studies. Alongside Year 13 students, our GCSE students should be recognised
- [A Level Results 2021](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2021/08/10/a-level-results-2021/) - A Level results, 2021 On behalf of the CCHS School community, I would like to congratulate and celebrate all our amazing Year 13 students on their hard work and accomplishments during their A level studies. Alongside their academic achievements, this year group should also be commended for their maturity and fortitude, given the extraordinary situation
- [GCSE Results 2021](https://www.cchs.co.uk/2021/08/12/4661/) - GCSE results, 2021 It is my privilege, on behalf of the CCHS community, to congratulate each one of our extraordinary Year 11 students for all that they have achieved during their GCSE studies, and indeed since they first joined their school – a community which has been inspired by their example. Alongside Year 13 students,

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- [Home](https://www.cchs.co.uk/) - Welcome to Chelmsford County High School for Girls (CCHS) a proud grammar school community.
- [Duke of Edinburgh's Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/duke-of-edinburghs-award/) - CCHS is pleased to work together with Adventure Expeditions to facilitate students’ participation in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme. CCHS supports Year 9 students as they work towards their Bronze Award and then students are able to work independently or in small groups with Adventure Expeditions in pursuit of their Silver and Gold Awards;
- [Enrichment Days](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/enrichment-days/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls has an exciting programme of Enrichment Days. These are three days throughout the year (one in each term) when the normal timetable is suspended to allow year groups to engage in activities which develop and enrich their learning. Activities differ in their aims and in the curriculum subjects which
- [SEND](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/sen/) - Our SEND Co-ordinator is: Miss Heidi Pocock Email: send@cchs.co.uk Telephone: 01245 352592 Our SENDCo Support Assistant Mrs Claire Fairchild Email: send@cchs.co.uk Telephone: 01245 352592 SEND Support at Chelmsford County High School for Girls At CCHS we pride ourselves on providing a well-rounded and inclusive curriculum to all our students with Special Educational Needs. Students
- [Pastoral Events](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/pastoral-events/) - Celebration Assembly We are delighted to be able to acknowledge the talents, hard work and high standards achieved across the curriculum at an end of term celebration assembly. Academic Excellence and Achievement certificates are awarded to those who have excelled in their TA Data. Year 10-11 Prefects In Year 10 all girls are encouraged to apply for
- [Privacy Notices](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/privacy-notices/) - Privacy Notices - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Virtual Tour](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/virtual-tour/) - We are always delighted to welcome prospective students and their families to our Open Evenings and other school events. You can also learn more about our school community through the many resources on our school website. Our virtual tour films below provide additional opportunities to find out about life at CCHS. Finally, do visit our
- [2025 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/pastoral-events/2022-leadership-conference/) - Our annual Year 11 Leadership Conference was held on 23rd October 2025; organised by the students with assistance from staff. This year’s theme was ‘Visions and Values’. Thank you to Mr Copper for leading the girls on a fantastic day. Guest speakers included: Mitra Janes, Head of Diversity and Inclusion, for GBM and CMB at HSBC;
- [Absence and Medical](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/absence/) - Unexpected Absence If your daughter is unexpectedly absent, for example because of illness, emergency dental appointment or bereavement: Please email as early as possible, preferably before 9.00 am to absence@cchs.co.uk or sixthformattendance@cchs.co.uk for sixth form students with your daughter’s full name and form with details of the reason for absence. If you are unable to
- [Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/) - Thank you for considering Chelmsford County High School for Girls for your daughter. Chelmsford County High School for Girls is a selective, non-denominational girls’ school with Academy Status. The published admission number for entry in Year 7 is 180 places. For more information please visit the various admission pages via the menu or email admissions@cchs.co.uk.
- [CCHS Futures](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/careers/) - Careers Education, Information, Advice & Guidance Careers Provision Leader of Careers Education: Dr A. Hiner, ahiner@cchs.co.uk, 01245 352592 ext. 282 Higher Education Advisor: Mrs. A. Hopkins, ahopkins@cchs.co.uk Current Careers Provision Visiting speakers (1-2 per half-term) speak during lunchtime sessions to year groups
- [SchoolPost](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/schoolpost/) - SchoolPost improves the communication between School and parents by utilising an email messaging system. Parents will receive a daily notification email containing links to any messages relevant to their daughters. Messages may also contain simple reply slips for parents to complete and return online. Parents can access the system via the links contained in the
- [Community Assemblies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/community-assemblies/) - Community Assemblies - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Parents' Association](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/parents-association/) - The Parents’ Association (the “PA”) has been running successfully for a number of years. It raises funds to enhance the students’ educational experience as well as providing an important link between parents, guardians or carers and the school. You are automatically a member of the PA as a parent, guardians or carer of a CCHS student.
- [The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/the-sunday-times-parent-power-guide/) - Read The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2022 here.
- [What our students think of CCHS ...](https://www.cchs.co.uk/what-our-students-think-of-cchs/) - Details of what our students think of our school and how it has benefitted their future.
- [Who We Are](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/parents-association/who-we-are/) - Who We Are - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Working at CCHS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/working-at-cchs/) - Thank you for your interest in joining the Chelmsford County High School for Girls (CCHS) community. First and foremost, we are a proud and progressive girls’ school. Working with able girls and young women is inspiring and important. The evidence demonstrates that girls educated in an all-girls’ environment, show greater engagement in learning… are more
- [Pre-loved Uniform Sales](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/parents-association/pre-loved-uniform-sales/)
- [Swimming Pool Fundraising Campaign](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/better-buildings-appeal/swimming-pool-fundraising-campaign/) - We are about to embark on an important fundraising campaign to modernise our swimming pool, which is vital both to our school and other people in the community.
- [History of CCHS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/history-of-cchs/) - Heritage Project During the latter part of the 2023 Summer Term, Dr Palmer co-ordinated an initiative which involved working with Chelmsford Civic Society on their Heritage Open Days project to produce a short film about the history of CCHS. Heritage Open Days is a national initiative which arranges public access to historic building which are
- [Year 8 Meet the Tutor Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/pastoral-events/year8-meet-the-tutor/) - Year 8 Meet the Tutor Evening gives parents the opportunity to meet their daughter's new Form Tutor. They will have been in the capable hands of our specialist Year 7 tutors for their transition year - however in Year 8 they pick up their tutor for the next 4 years. The evening starts with some
- [In-Year Admission](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/in-year-admission/) - We are currently fully subscribed in all Year Groups. If you would like your child to be added to our waiting list, please complete and return the In-Year Application Form. Numbers and over-subscription for in-year entries in Years 8-11 In-year applications for places in these years will be tested if and when a place becomes
- [Student Societies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/student-societies/) - A huge range of activities are offered to students both at lunchtimes and after school. Many of these societies are led by teaching and support staff but many are led by students themselves – this student leadership is something of which the school is very proud. Activities are offered across all subjects, some for academic
- [Enrichment](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/enrichment/) - CCHS Lecture Series Under the banner of our CCHS Institute the school organises an annual series of academic lectures to which all students are welcome. We welcome distinguished speakers from a wide range of academic disciplines to share their learning and research with out students and to help students understand the range and depth of current
- [Sixth Form Extra Curricular](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/co-curricular/) - The Sixth Form at CCHS offers a wealth of extra curricular activities. The majority of these are student led, so not only do the students get the opportunity to take part in these clubs, societies and activities, but they also acquire valuable skills through planning, organising and running them for the benefit of their peers.
- [Mr John Moore](https://www.cchs.co.uk/mr-john-moore/) - Mr John Moore, who retired from CCHS in 2021, gave 32 years of exemplary service to the school community, teaching and inspiring hundreds of students. Following a long and valiant battle with a serious illness, Mr Moore passed away peacefully on 7th August 2023. His example, to colleagues and students, will set the tone and
- [JCQ Information for Candidates](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/examinations/information/) - JCQ Information for Candidates
- [Keeping our students safe, supported and empowered](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/keeping-our-students-safe-supported-and-empowered/) - Keeping our students safe, supported and empowered - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [CCHS Recommends](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/cchs-recommends/)
- [Student Publications](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-cchs-institute/student-publications/) - Each year senior students at CCHS produce a number of publications which both explore their A level subjects beyond the curriculum and investigate current academic research and professional practice. These publications are entirely written and edited by students and are excellent examples of the way in which CCHS students take their research and learning beyond
- [Headteacher's Weekly Celebration](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/headteachers-weekly-celebration/) - Celebrating the achievements and successes of our students and staff
- [Parent & Student Feedback](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/feedback-from-parents/) - Parent and Student feedback are always greatly appreciated at CCHS.
- [Curriculum](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/curriculum/) - The CCHS Sixth Form Curriculum is animated by core curriculum principles: breadth, balance and challenge. You will be able to construct a personalised programme of advanced study through our ambitious Sixth Form curriculum model.
- [Policies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/policies/) - Policies - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Staff](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/staff/) - Staff - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [GCSE Curriculum](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/gcse-curriculum/) - Students who embark on their GCSEs will be studying reformed (9-1) courses in all subjects. To support students and parents in understanding both the content and assessment arrangements for these reformed (9-1) GCSE courses, please download the document below. Further guidance on the rationale for the reformed GCSEs, from the Department for Education, can be
- [Geography](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/geography/) - The principal aim of the Geography Department is to allow students to develop a well-rounded knowledge and understanding of the world in which they live. As a result of a broad, wide-ranging curriculum, with topics varying from The Middle East to Plate Tectonics, the students will become more aware of the links between physical and
- [Admission to Year 7 September 2027](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/admission-to-year-7-september-2027/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is a selective, non-denominational girls’ school with Academy Status. The Board of Trustees has approved the Admissions Policy for 2027 entry. The full policy is available to view below.
- [Sixth Form:  A snapshot](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-a-snapshot/) - Interested in joining the CCHS Sixth Form? View our films to hear from students and staff about the wealth of opportunities that await you.
- [CCHS Aspire: University and Employment](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/university-and-employment/) - Interested in joining the CCHS Sixth Form? View our films to hear from students and staff about the wealth of opportunities that await you. 2025 A-Level Results & University Applications CCHS is proud of the significant achievement of all its Year 13 students in attaining places at a range of highly competitive universities. We are
- [Press Releases](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/press-releases/)
- [CCHS Institute Essay Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-cchs-institute/cchs-institute-essay-competition/) - October 2023 saw the launch of our new CCHS Institute Essay Competition. This will give all interested students the opportunity to show their ability to think and write about topics of interest beyond the taught curriculum and will provide valuable experience and training for other essay competitions, should they choose to enter in the future.
- [The CCHS Institute](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-cchs-institute/) - “The school has its own institute to promote scholarly enrichment. Pupils confidently read and debate academic papers and essays, and scientific and technical journals. They consider political bias in the news. Pupils also get stuck into a good book. The library buzzes with activity. Pupils appreciate the library’s wide range of rich and diverse fiction.” (Ofsted
- [Contact Us](https://www.cchs.co.uk/contact-us/) - Postal address Chelmsford County High School for Girls Broomfield Road Chelmsford CM1 1RW Tel: 01245 352592 Email: office@cchs.co.uk Headteacher: Mr Stephen Lawlor How To Find Us For information to find us, please see our directions and map page.
- [STEM & STEAM](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/stem-steam/) - STEM & STEAM - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Working at Bletchley Park during WWII by former student](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/alumnae/interview-working-at-bletchley-park-in-wwii-by-former-student/) - Mary Kenyon, née Humphrys attended CCHS from 1934 to 1941, where she went on to study English at Somerville College, Oxford until 1943. Whilst a Somerville, she was recruited to work at Bletchley Park and worked there from 1943 to 1945. She was based in Hut 6, the crypt analytical section, to work on the
- [PSHE (Personal, Social, Health & Economic) Education](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/pshe/) - All students, Years 7 to 13, follow the PSHE programme. Aims of PSHE The content of PSHE at CCHS follows the statutory Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) curriculum guidelines which has been compulsory in all schools since September 2020. These statutory guidelines include the following themes. different types of relationships, including friendships, family relationships, dealing
- [Admissions Policy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/admissions-policy/)
- [Clubs](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-john-moore-library/clubs/) - Chess & Scrabble This takes place on the first Thursday of every month and lasts for the whole of lunch. Students can bring food to eat while enjoying a game of chess or scrabble. Book Group The book group has been shadowing the Essex Book Award shortlisted titles with discussions on The Extinction Trials and
- [Drama and Theatre Studies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/drama-and-theatre-studies/) - Summary and Vision Statement Drama and Theatre Studies at Chelmsford County High School for Girls should inspire students to develop inquisitive minds and teach them how to explore life through the arts. It should develop their understanding of the function of Drama in society and equip them for life with the necessary skills to become
- [Biology](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/biology/) - Biology is an enormous subject that offers a diverse range of topics to study from the molecular level to whole organisms and ecosystems. The study of Biology at CCHS enables students to gain a broad understanding of key Biological principles and also equip them with a toolkit of skills that allows them to successfully understand
- [CCHS Curriculum Mission](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/cchs-curriculum-mission/) - To honour the legacy of those who founded our school in 1907, we provide a home for girls' academic education.
- [Transition Programme](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/transition-programme/) - As we welcome girls from such a wide geographical area, we take great efforts to ensure that our induction programme enables all to feel part of the CCHS community as swiftly as possible. Summer Term An optional sports programme over a series of weeks for all girls who have a place at CCHS. This is
- [Pastoral Support](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/pastoral-support/) - Staff will be able to put you in the touch with the right people who can help you and offer you support as well.
- [SF Admissions Documentation](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/sf-admissions-documentation/) - SF Admissions Documentation
- [Sixth Form Open Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-open-evening/) - 'The scholarly school where girls have every opportunity'. ICGS – The positive effects of the girls’ school environment – An analysis of PISA data We held our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 2nd October 2025. If you wish to be added to our mailing list to receive future Sixth Form Admissions notices please email
- [FOI Requests](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/foi-requests/) - The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) gives you the right to access recorded information held by public sector organisations. Anyone can request information – there are no restrictions on your age, nationality or where you live. Please note for schools, the standard time limit for responding is 20 school days, or 60 working days if
- [Sixth Form Admissions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-admissions/) - Thank you for your interest in joining our vibrant and dynamic Sixth form.
- [Leaders of Tomorrow](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/leaders-of-tomorrow/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is a progressive community of students, staff, trustees and alumnae: we are a government-funded, non-denominational state school no fees are required to be paid to enter this school our students come from all social backgrounds and cultural traditions our school was opened in 1907 we work exclusively with girls
- [Open Evening Travel Information](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/open-evening-travel-information/) - Our location is on Broomfield Road, postcode CM1 1RW. Driving – Blue Badge parking on campus Please note that due to the number of visitors we receive, we can only offer parking on campus for Blue Badge holders. If you require this facility, please email office@cchs.co.uk with your vehicle make, registration and anticipated arrival
- [Speech Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/senior-speech-day/) - 2026 Dorothy Byrne - previously the Editor-at-Large and Head of News and Current Affairs at Channel Four Television. Dorothy was also President of Murray Edwards College at Cambridge University for four years. 2025 Siân Cleaver (CCHS Alumnae) is the Major Spacecraft Domain Lead for Power and Avionics at the Airbus Defence and Space in Bremen,
- [Exam Information](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/examinations/information-2/) - Exam Results Days 2026 Students will receive their results on the following dates: A Level | EPQ | FSMQ – Thursday 13th August 2026 GCSE – Thursday 20th August 2026 Results will be issued to students via their school email address at 8:00 am. Please contact IT before results day if students are having issues
- [Elevate Education](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/elevate-education/) - Elevate Education at Chelmsford County High School for Girls At Chelmsford County High School for Girls, we are committed to equipping our students with the skills they need to thrive academically and beyond. To support this, we partner with Elevate Education, a multi-award-winning organisation that has transformed study skills teaching in schools across the UK
- [Facilities Hire](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls - Premises Available for Hire Chelmsford County High School is renowned as a centre of excellence of learning for the students who pass through our doors every day. After the school day ends, our facilities are available for hire to the wider community. Whether the hire is for an
- [Vacancies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/) - Vacancies at Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [The Torch Publication](https://www.cchs.co.uk/the-torch-publication/) - A termly publication written by CCHS students for the school community.
- [Communitas Termly Newsletters](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/communitas-termly-newsletters/) - Communitas Termly Newsletters - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [HELPING EVERY GIRL SHINE: OUR PUPIL PREMIUM PLEDGE](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/pupil-premium/) - At Chelmsford County High School for Girls, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive and reach their full potential. Our Pupil Premium pledge is our commitment to you and your child: to provide the right support, resources and opportunities so that no barrier stands in the way of success. What is Pupil Premium?
- [Change@CCHS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/change-at-cchs/) - Our change@cchs initiative provides our school with a framework of agreed standards, directing and driving many opportunities to move forward with courage and conviction. This enables our students, staff, trustees and parents to engage in a collective determination for our community to be distinguished by understanding, respect, co-operation and civility. We are a culturally diverse
- [Admission to Year 7 September 2026](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/admission-to-year-7-september-2026/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is a selective, non-denominational girls’ school with Academy Status. National Offer Day was on Monday 2nd March 2026. Successful applicants received an email from the school with further information relating to their admission. WAITING LIST If you did not get your preferred school, you will be added to the
- [Library Newsletters](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-john-moore-library/library-newsletters/) - All newsletters can be found here from our Library.
- [Curriculum Support Booklets](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/curriculum-support-booklets/) - Curriculum Support Booklets for Parents At Chelmsford County High School we believe passionately in a home school working partnership. We have created Parent Support Booklets which we hope you will find useful in your efforts to support your daughter’s education.
- [Teaching and Learning](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/teaching-and-learning/) - At Chelmsford County High School for Girls, we are committed to pursuing excellence in Teaching and Learning, and so, offering an outstanding experience for every one of our students. Our curriculum is ambitious, rich, and challenging and we are continually looking for ways in which we can deliver highly academic subject content in a research
- [Mary Kenyon Poetry Competition](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/alumnae/mary-kenyon-poetry-competition/) - Mary Kenyon Poetry Competition winners can be found here.
- [CCHS@Chelmsford & CCHS@University](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/cchsuniversity/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (CCHS) had its official opening ceremony on 1st May 1907; however, the first girls actually began their studies at the school in 1906. Happily, the 2025-26 academic year marks the 120th anniversary of schooling at CCHS and the beginning of a girls’ education community in Chelmsford. Such milestones are
- [Recruitment Policy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/policies/recruitment-policy/) - Introduction This document sets out the safer recruitment and selection procedures which will be followed at the school and provides employees who have responsibility for recruitment and selection with guidance on legal requirements and best practice. Scope Children are likely to perceive all adults in the school as safe and trustworthy adults. The principles described
- [Welcome to Global Chelmsford](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/welcome-from-the-headteacher/) - We are blessed to be a culturally diverse, linguistically rich and socially inclusive school community. Chelmsford County High School (CCHS) is a proud girls’ school community. CCHS was formally opened on 1st May 1907, with 76 inspiring students on roll, to provide girls with an academic education. Now in 2026, there are 1,274 extraordinary girls
- [Girls' Academic Education - Research](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/girls-education-research/) - INTERNATIONAL COALITION OF GIRLS' SCHOOLS As a founding UK member of the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools, our community benefits from regular briefings about topical research on girls’ education. These research pieces provide a global perspective about key issues that are pertinent both to our work as a girls’ school and our school community more
- [British Values](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/how-does-cchs-celebrate-british-values/) - CCHS CITIZENSHIP PROGRAMME International Context Principles (1 and 4) of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child provide an international inspiration for work relating to young people: Principle 1 “States parties shall respect and ensure the rights set forth in the present convention to each child within their jurisdiction without discrimination of
- [Physical Education](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/physical-education/) - Physical Education is an important part of the school curriculum and is compulsory for all years. The department is a highly experienced and successful in teaching curriculum PE, examination courses and school teams. This has resulted in the school having excellent GCSE results and school teams being National Champions in several sports. Key Stage Three
- [About](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/) - Ofsted Inspection Report, January 2024 What is it like to attend this school? This school nurtures pupils’ talents brilliantly. Like the former pupils that inspire them, the girls at Chelmsford County High School for Girls are true pioneers. Explorers, innovators and creative thinkers, the pupils push the boundaries of what they can achieve at their
- [The Arts](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/the-arts/) - The Arts - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Further Mathematics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/further-mathematics/) - The school offers the opportunity for Sixth Form students to study Further Mathematics A level in addition to normal A level Mathematics. This course is designed for the most mathematically able students and is most appropriate for those planning to study Mathematics, Physics or Engineering at University. The entry requirement to the course is grade
- [Parents' Portal](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents-portal/) - Parents' Portal - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Sixth Form Uniform](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-uniform/) - The guidelines outlined below are designed to ensure that students dress appropriately, in a manner consistent with professional standards. While fashion trends may evolve, and the guidelines may not encompass every potential scenario, students and parents are encouraged to consider whether a particular item of clothing aligns with the intent of this guide. Should there
- [A Levels](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/curriculum/a-levels/) - Subjects All courses run subject to minimum student numbers being reached.
- [SIMS Parent App](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/sims-parent-app/) - The School uses SIMS Parent App to provide parents with electronic copies of reports, teacher assessment data, student attendance details and timetable information. Parents can also use the data collection facility to inform the School of any changes in parental or student personal information. Parents will receive an email from 'noreply@sims.co.uk' which contains instructions on how to
- [School Meals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/school-meals/) - Chartwells, the school’s caterers, provide nourishing, appetising food. They ensure our students have nutritional and balanced meals each day, and the catering team works tirelessly to achieve this. Chartwells has a simple set of commitments: Eat Their commitment is to delight their customers with great tasting food, which contributes to their own well-being. Learn Their
- [Calendar](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/calendar/) - Calendar - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Uniform](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/uniform/) - School uniform is available from the uniform supplier´s website at www.monkhouse.com or the CCHS Uniform Shop. The shop is situated at the entrance to the Dining Hall. In addition, the Parents' Association run a 'Nearly New Uniform' sale at various points throughout the school year. Further information will be communicated via the students. School Uniform Shop
- [Travel](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/travel/) - Bus The Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex (CSSE) can arrange bus transport to/from School via Stephensons or First Bus Essex. The CSSE is only authorised by Stephensons and First Bus Essex to sell termly tickets on their school bus routes as well as termly tickets on First Bus Essex public service routes. They are
- [Remote School Policy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/remote-school-polciy/) - Remote School Policy - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [School Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/school-day/) - The School Day begins at 8.45 a.m., when form tutors are in tutor bases for registration to begin. The School Day ends at 3.40pm when students are dismissed. Students are expected to be in school for 34 hours and 35 minutes per week. There are no bells in the school to signal lesson changes, it
- [The John Moore Library](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-john-moore-library/) - “Pupils are avid readers. The school has its own institute to promote scholarly enrichment. Pupils confidently read and debate academic papers and essays, and scientific and technical journals. They consider political bias in the news. Pupils also get stuck into a good book. The library buzzes with activity. Pupils appreciate the library’s wide range of
- [Religious Studies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/religious-studies/) - Why study Religious Studies at school, or Philosophy or Ethics for that matter? You certainly don’t need to be religious as our rigorously imaginative and academic exploration of key issues and beliefs takes place in a neutral environment where both faith and scepticism are acceptable stances. Religious Studies and Philosophy investigate exciting, emotive and topical
- [Politics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/politics/) - Students of Government and Politics at CCHS tend to be lively and engaged with the world around them. We look for opportunities to stretch and challenge girls through invigorating debates and opportunities to participate in local Question Time, local and national competitions such as the European Youth Parliament and Model United Nations, and we encourage
- [Physics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/physics/) - Physics is the experimental study of the physical world. It covers a wide spectrum of the simple phenomena and mathematics that make our universe what it is. Students are taught to think critically about the world and there is a great emphasis on problem solving in the course. Students will learn the fundamentals that govern
- [Music](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/music/) - The Music Department at CCHS is extremely active and vibrant, supporting students in both their curricular and extra-curricular enjoyment of music. Housed in a state of the art, self-contained facility opened in 2008 by Dame Evelyn Glennie the department boasts two large teaching rooms, five practice rooms, a two room recording studio and large open
- [Mathematics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/mathematics/) - The Secondary Curriculum guidance states that ‘Mathematical thinking is important for all members of a modern society as a habit of mind for its use in the workplace, business and finance; and for personal decision-making’. Mathematics provides the foundation for national prosperity in providing tools for understanding science, engineering, technology and economics. It is essential
- [Latin](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/latin/) - The study of Latin is an enriching and exciting experience in its own right, but also has immense cross-curricular value. Latin forms the basis of several modern languages, and our own history and culture has been profoundly influenced by the Romans. Students enjoy the challenge of the language and are gripped by the stories of
- [History](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/history/) - History is a very popular and extremely successful subject at CCHS. Our students relish the opportunity to grapple with some of the great themes of human history, and to use the knowledge they gain to help them understand the society in which they live. They learn to analyse evidence and to write in an informed
- [English Literature](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/english-literature/) - The English Department is part of a faculty structure that includes Drama and Psychology (PETs) and links are strong with these departments – in past years the Faculty has worked together on Enrichment Days which have seen students learn and perform a Shakespeare play in a day, as well as trips to theatres such as
- [English Language](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/englishlanguage/) - Key Stage 3 English Language is embedded at Key Stage 3 as part of the CCHS curriculum. Throughout this Key Stage, students will analyse and evaluate texts as part of their developing critical response to literature: the texts, whilst usually literary, also involve non-fiction writing such as newspaper articles or informative, persuasive or advisory leaflets.
- [Economics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/economics/) - Economics is a very popular choice at A Level and students who have completed the course have described it as “fun, informative, interesting and very well organised”. People study Economics because they are interested in current affairs and they want to be informed about what is happening today. It also encourages analytical and evaluative skills, which are
- [Computer Science](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/computer-science/) - Key Stage 3 Computing is delivered in Years 7, 8 and 9 through our CCHS Curriculum. During this time students cover a range of essential content and skills. Year 7 Introduction to CCHS systems E-Safety Algorithms using Scrach and KODU HTML and CSS JavaScript and Blocky using the Micro: bits Year 8 Game Design using
- [Chemistry](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/chemistry/) - Chemistry is the science of matter, what it is made from, what its properties are, how it is structured and how it reacts. It is the central science, overlapping with aspects of both Biology and Physics. By studying Chemistry you will develop not only a much deeper understanding of chemical principles but you will also
- [Art](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/art/) - Introduction The Art Department has two work rooms, enhancing displays and galleried landing give a separate uplifting and relaxing feel to the area. The Department has strong links with outside practitioners and values working with artists in residence. There are many enrichment activities provided for our students, which enhance our arts curriculum and development of
- [French](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/french/) - French at CCHS is a thriving subject in which students are encouraged to be creative in their use of the language and to develop an appreciation of the culture of France and French speaking countries as well as of the language structure. We also aim to provide students with the tools to expand their skills,
- [Academic](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/) - The vital concept which animates our curriculum is ambition.
- [Sixth Form Mock Interviews](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/parents-association/sixth-form-mock-interviews/) - Sixth Form students who are applying for courses for which they will be interviewed are all offered at least one practice interview in school. For those applying to courses where selection is by ‘Multiple Mini Interview’ staff run an afternoon of practice MMIs with as wide a range of ‘stations’ as possible and all students
- [Completed Projects](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/better-buildings-appeal/projects/) - The Governing Body is committed to ensuring that students and staff enjoy the best facilities in which to learn and work. Thanks to the generosity of former students, parents, staff, Trustees and friends, the School has been able to complete an impressive building programme. Further details are included below. In 2018 the new Sixth Form Common
- [CCHS Values](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/cchs-vision-aims-and-values/)
- [New Parents' Welcome Evening](https://www.cchs.co.uk/new-parents/) - Parents' Welcome Evening information.
- [Financial Statements](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/financial-statements/) - Our link to the School’s Financial Benchmarking website is below: Chelmsford County High School for Girls - Schools Financial Benchmarking - GOV.UK (schools-financial-benchmarking.service.gov.uk) Please see our Financial Statements below:
- [A sample of student enrichment and extra-curricular accomplishments, 2024-25](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/a-sample-of-student-enrichment-and-extra-curricular-accomplishments-2024-25/)
- [Examination Policies / Procedures](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/examinations/examination-policies-procedures/) - Examination Policies / Procedures - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Challenge](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/challenge/) - Challenge - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Personal Development](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/personal-development/) - Personal Development is an integral part of our school and runs through all parts of the curriculum, from Year 7 to Year 13. We aim to provide all students at Chelmsford High School for Girl an understanding of the world beyond the classroom, enabling them to thrive as successful adults when they progress to higher
- [The Importance of Attendance](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/the-importance-of-attendance/) - A significant part of our commitment to excellence in girls’ education and empowerment concerns attendance at school. As a school community, we share a determination to do the very best we can for each of our students. Regular school attendance is a very important part of this. Studying with teachers and friends at school is
- [Free School Meals](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/school-meals/free-school-meals/) - To be eligible you must be receiving one of the following: Income support or income-based Job Seekers Allowance; Child Tax Credit with an annual taxable income of less than £16,190 Pension Guarantee Credit; Income-related Employment and Support Allowance; Universal Credit with an income of £7,400 or less; Support under Part VI of the Immigration and
- [Bursary Scheme](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/bursary-scheme/) - The Government 16-19 Bursary Scheme is intended to assist students in continuing full time education and is managed internally by the School. Download our Bursary form below:
- [Term Dates](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/term-dates/) - Term Dates - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Department for Education Performance Tables](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/department-for-education-performance-tables/) - Please click here to access the Department for Education Performance Tables for Schools and Colleges.
- [Examination Results](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/examinations/results/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls GCSE and A Level examination results can be accessed via the links below. To view the latest DfE Performance Tables please click here. As was agreed across the country, 2020 Centre Assessed Grades (CAGs) and 2021 Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGs) were not released as public domain data.
- [GCE/GCSE Examination Codes 2025-26](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/examinations/syllabus/) - GCSE/GCE Examination Codes 2021/22 - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Board of Trustees](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/governors/) - “The trust board is dynamic in its approach to school improvement. Trustees carefully check the impact of their decisions and financial planning. Providing the best education possible while keeping an eye on staff and pupils’ well-being is at the heart of their work. As many parents said, ‘it’s a phenomenal school’.” (Ofsted Inspection Report, January
- [Building a future for our girls](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/better-buildings-appeal/) - Chelmsford County High School strives to provide an all-round education that enables its girls not only to achieve their best academically, but also to benefit from a broad and enriching experience beyond the classroom. For the School to continue to be successful in this quest we need to provide an environment and facilities for a
- [Library Events](https://www.cchs.co.uk/library-events/) - Book Awards We encourage students to participate in shadowing for book awards, which involves them reading the shortlisted books, reviewing them and voting for their favourites. For both the Juniper and Carnegie awards, the shortlists and ultimate winners are chosen by librarians and students. The Juniper Book Award is given to a book written for
- [Examinations](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/examinations/) - Chelmsford County High School provides outstanding education for the most able. It combines the strengths of an academic education, with a dynamic approach in response to the demands of our rapidly evolving global world. We believe that our students have the potential to become ‘the leaders of tomorrow’. With us, they experience numerous opportunities to
- [CCHS Reading Strategy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/cchs-reading-strategy/) - We have a robust reading strategy, led on by our English Department. Independent personal reading is given a significant platform throughout Key Stage 3, with every Year 7 and Year 8 lesson beginning with a period of personal reading. Teachers gain an insight into student reading habits through this regular practice and are able to
- [Curriculum Overview](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/) - CCHS offers a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum tailored to meet the needs of our highly able students. As a dynamic and forward-thinking school we review and update our curriculum on a regular basis. We have adopted a progressive academic curriculum, which satisfies the needs of our highly able students. An important aspect of this
- [Young Carers - Information for Parents](https://www.cchs.co.uk/young-carers/) - We are proud to be a Young Carers Silver Award School. Young carers are children and young people under 18 years old who provide regular and on-going care to another person who is physically or mentally ill, disabled or misuses substances. Young carers provide a wide range of care including: Practical care (e.g. washing, cooking,
- [The Great British Schools Guide](https://www.cchs.co.uk/the-great-british-schools-guide/) - The Great British Schools Guide - 'Best Behaved State Schools in England', November 2025 “CCHS is among England's most well-behaved” “Chelmsford County High School for Girls the most well-behaved school regionally in the East of England.” Braintree & Witham Times, 15th November 2025 Every year, thousands of families across England share their views through the
- [Alumnae](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/alumnae/) - Welcome to the CCHS Alumnae The CCHS Alumnae Society was set up in 1908 after the school opened in 1907. Today, the Society has over one thousand members including both former students and staff. The Society’s objectives are to support the school in its work to provide a first class education for girls and to
- [Log On](https://www.cchs.co.uk/log-on/) - Please select the appropriate section from the menu on the left.
- [School Mental Health Gold Award](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/school-mental-health-gold-award/)
- [Extra-Curricular](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/) - “Among the enrichment opportunities offered to students are the Close Reading Group and the Elite Challenge Award: opportunities for students from key stages 4 and 5 to engage in academically and intellectually challenging reading and research. They build skills in preparation for ELAT or similar examinations and Oxbridge applications. The award is achieved following a
- [Pastoral](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/) - “Staff carefully consider pupils’ emotional welfare and how this influences their behaviour and learning. For example, form tutors check in on pupils at the start of the day to see if teachers need to alter their approach. This is particularly useful for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Teachers use pupils’ support plans
- [Sixth Form](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/) - “Sixth-form students epitomise the school’s strong work on its core values of civility and compassion. They are kind, caring and friendly to their younger peers. Many run extracurricular clubs and are generous with their time, mentoring younger pupils. Sixth formers, like their younger peers, benefit from a comprehensive personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education.
- [CCHS Foundation](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/cchs-foundation/) - Help us do more for your daughters - success through community Success through Community The CCHS Foundation[1] is a school community enterprise dedicated to raising funds, through voluntary contributions each year, to provide your daughters with more: [1] The CCHS Foundation is not a distinct legal entity but a term we are using for
- [International coalition of girls’ schools](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/international-coalition-of-girls-schools/) - UK ICGS student leadership symposium (October 2025) On Friday 17th October 2025, CCHS hosted the second UK ICGS Student Leadership Symposium. We were thrilled to welcome four inspirational keynote speakers: Mitra Janes, Diversity & Inclusion Lead for GBM and CMB at HSBC; Dr Noor Jawad, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer at QMUL; Dorothy Byrne, Television
- [Leadership Opportunities](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/leadership-opportunities/) - With our school vision of developing the leaders of tomorrow, we have a strong focus on complementing the students’ academic achievements with the development of a range of skills to support their capacity for leadership in whichever arena. All Sixth Form students can apply for leadership positions within the school, examples of which are listed
- [Super Curriculum](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/curriculum/super-curriculum/) - You may choose one the following additional subjects to complement your main four subject courses: Further Mathematics The Extended Project Qualification - The EPQ will offer you an opportunity to pursue a particular academic interest, developing your research, presentation and writing skills. The EPQ is a well-established and highly-regarded academic course. It is a Level
- [Join our Talent Pool](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/join-our-talent-pool/) - If we do not have any vacancies matching your interest, please join our talent pool using the link below, and we will email you when a suitable vacancy becomes available. Chelmsford County High School for Girls | Talent Pool
- [Student Support](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/support/) - If you are in need of support, please do not hesitate to speak to your Tutor, Year Leader, Miss Harrison or Dr Palmer.
- [Easy Fundraising](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/parents-association/easy-fundraising/) - Supporting Chelmsford County High School for Girls (CCHS) has never been easier! By using EasyFundraising, you can raise free donations for the school whenever you shop online - at no extra cost to you. Each retailer - at no extra cost to you - will donate a commission from your purchase to the Parents' Association.
- [Educational Trips and Visits](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/trips-and-visits/) - As a school we are committed to offering our students a rich and broad experience both in and out of the classroom. Trips and visits are known to enhance student learning and improve attainment, and so form a key part of what makes Chelmsford County High School (CCHS) a supportive and effective learning environment. The
- [Travel Information](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-open-evening/travel-information/) - Our location is on Broomfield Road, postcode CM1 1RW. Driving – Blue Badge parking on campus Please note that due to the number of visitors we receive, we can only offer parking on campus for Blue Badge holders. If you require this facility, please email office@cchs.co.uk with your vehicle make, registration and anticipated arrival
- [The Positive Effects of the Girls' School Environment - An Analysis of PISA Data](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/the-positive-effects-of-the-girls-school-environment-an-analysis-of-pisa-data/)
- [The Prince’s Teaching Institute](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-pti/) - CCHS has a long and distinguished partnership with The Prince’s Teaching Institute (PTI). The PTI puts a premium on sharing and developing the subject knowledge of teachers. As a School, the subject specialism of our teachers is vital to us. This is well demonstrated by the fact that CCHS teachers have written our Key Stage
- [Parent Advisory](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-john-moore-library/parent-advisory/) - Advisory information for parents.
- [Spanish](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/spanish/) - Through learning Spanish, you will broaden and support your knowledge of modern foreign languages and, by successfully completing an accelerated language course, you will also show that you are a very competent language learner. This will be particularly relevant if you are contemplating starting a language at university that you have not studied at school.
- [Achievement Strategy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/achievement-strategy/) - We are an ambitious grammar school community, committed to excellence in girls’ education and empowerment. Our Achievement Strategy is: Inspired by our school ethos Welcome from the Headteacher - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs.co.uk) Centred on our pastoral and wellbeing support for students Keeping our students safe, supported and empowered - Chelmsford County
- [Funding Agreement & Company Documents](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/funding-agreement/) - Funding Agreement & Company Documents - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Alumnae Newsletter](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/alumnae/alumnae-newsletter/) - Alumnae Newsletter - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Yr 8 Sample Resources](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/year-8-pshe-detailed-curriculum-resource-links/sample-resources/)
- [Lettings Terms and Conditions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/lettings-terms-and-conditions/) - Please download our Lettings Terms and Conditions below:-
- [Students Links](https://www.cchs.co.uk/students-links/) - Please see below some useful links Sharepoint HomePage Office 365 email access Password reset facility Remote Access
- [Remote Access](https://www.cchs.co.uk/log-on/remote-access/) - The school remote access works on both Windows based computers, MACS and Chromebooks. PC Remote Access Please download the remote access client from here and save it somewhere where you can access it easily (we recommend on your desktop). Mac Remote Access Please download and follow the instructions from the document below: MAC Remote Access Instructions
- [Donating](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/better-buildings-appeal/donating/) - As an academy, the School has charitable status and under the gift aid scheme is able to reclaim basic rate income tax on donations from UK taxpayers. This increases the value of these donations by 25%. Higher rate UK taxpayers are also entitled to claim tax relief on their charitable donations. We understand that not
- [Staff Links](https://www.cchs.co.uk/staff-links/) - Please see below some useful links Sharepoint HomePage Staff email Password reset facility Remote Access
- [Sports](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/sports/) - At Chelmsford County High School we offer a wide range of sporting activities outside of the PE Lessons.
- [Initial Teacher Training Opportunities](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/working-at-cchs/initial-teacher-training-opportunities/) - Our Initial Teacher Training and Continuous Professional Development Ethos: From teacher training to educational leadership – nurturing and inspiring the teachers and leaders of tomorrow through excellence in personalised training and development. Aims Sustain a coherent and modern CPD provision Ensure excellence in current roles Facilitate career progression As our vision statement above indicates, Chelmsford
- [KS5 PSHE – detailed curriculum](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/ks5-pshe-detailed-curriculum/) - Students in Years 12 and 13 receive PSHE lessons for one hour per week, delivered by tutors in a ‘rolling’ period incorporated into the timetable. These lessons encourage active participation through group work, class discussions, and role-play, providing a safe environment for students to engage with social issues. They also help foster tolerance and respect
- [PSHE (Personal, Social, Health & Economic) Education](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/) - We believe it is essential to provide our students with an education that encompasses broad knowledge and life skills.
- [KS4 Sample Resources](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/ks4-pshe-detailed-curriculum-resource-links/sample-resources/)
- [KS4 PSHE – DETAILED CURRICULUM & RESOURCE LINKS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/ks4-pshe-detailed-curriculum-resource-links/) - Years 7 to 11 are taught by tutors for one hour per week in a ‘rolling’ period superimposed on the timetable. Lessons encourage students to participate in group work, class discussions and role play to allow them to experience social issues in a safe environment. These lessons also help students to foster and develop attitudes
- [Yr 9 Sample Resources](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/year-9-pshe-detailed-curriculum-resource-links/sample-resources/)
- [YEAR 9 PSHE – DETAILED CURRICULUM & RESOURCE LINKS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/year-9-pshe-detailed-curriculum-resource-links/) - Years 7 to 11 are taught by tutors for one hour per week in a ‘rolling’ period superimposed on the timetable. Lessons encourage students to participate in group work, class discussions and role play to allow them to experience social issues in a safe environment. These lessons also help students to foster and develop attitudes
- [Year 7 Sample Resources](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/year-7-pshe-detailed-curriculum-resource-links/sample-resources/)
- [YEAR 8 PSHE – DETAILED CURRICULUM & RESOURCE LINKS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/year-8-pshe-detailed-curriculum-resource-links/) - Years 7 to 11 are taught by tutors for one hour per week in a ‘rolling’ period superimposed on the timetable. Lessons encourage students to participate in group work, class discussions and role play to allow them to experience social issues in a safe environment. These lessons also help students to foster and develop attitudes
- [YEAR 7 PSHE - DETAILED CURRICULUM & RESOURCE LINKS](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/pshe-personal-social-health-economic-education/year-7-pshe-detailed-curriculum-resource-links/) - Years 7 to 11 are taught by tutors for one hour per week in a ‘rolling’ period superimposed on the timetable. Lessons encourage students to participate in group work, class discussions and role play to allow them to experience social issues in a safe environment. These lessons also help students to foster and develop attitudes
- [Prospectus](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/sixth-form/propectus/) - Click here to view the prospectus in full screen.
- [National Association for Able Children in Education](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/national-association-for-able-children-in-education/) - CCHS is a proud and active member of the National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE). An independent charity founded 40 years ago, NACE works with schools, education leaders and practitioners to improve provision for more able learners. We believe that through a focus on meeting the needs of more able learners, and embedding
- [Charity Work](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/charity-work/) - “A Global Citizenship programme develops charity and community work enhanced by a wide range of community-based initiatives. Outreach to local primary schools is an important commitment for the school with teachers and students supporting learning and ambition.” (NACE Challenge Award Assessment Report, September 2024) Chelmsford County High School for Girls lends its support to a
- [House System](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/house-system/) - “The many house events help pupils forge close bonds of friendships across year groups. Pupils have high levels of respect for one another. The tight-knit community values and celebrates difference.” (Ofsted Inspection Report, January 2024) Houses: C: Curie, Marie H: Hepburn, Audrey S: Stewart, Miranda F: Frank, Anne G: Grey-Thompson, Tanni A: Angelou, Maya The
- [Student Survey, Summer 2024](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/student-survey-autumn-2021/) - A recent survey delivered to all CCHS students was completed during the Summer Term, resulting in a return of over 650 individual responses from all year groups. We are delighted to report that: 96% of our students said they were confident or very confident in the quality of education we offer and 98% of students
- [School to School Partnerships](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/school-to-school-partnerships/) - We are strategic partners in two teaching school alliances. Our work with the Billericay Teaching School Alliance has an Initial Teacher Training (ITT) focus. Through this work we help to train the next generation of secondary school teachers. We work with local secondary schools to share our staff training expertise, supporting colleagues to develop their
- [Academy Trust Membership Details and Register of Business Interests](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/governors/register-business-of-interest/) - Please download the document below for more information:
- [Women in STEM](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/stem-steam/women-in-stem/) - Mrs J Cross, Deputy Headteacher, Academic One of the great joys of working at CCHS is the way that our students embrace all aspects of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics). This important area is thriving in our curriculum and is celebrated from Year 7 to Year 13 both in classrooms and in our
- [The Design Cycle](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/stem-steam/the-design-cycle/) - At CCHS, we believe in the power of interdisciplinary learning to foster creativity, innovation, and critical thinking skills. That's why our Computer Science and Art courses have been designed to allow students to explore and understand the design cycle in a dynamic and hands-on way. In our Computer Science courses, students not only learn coding
- [Extra-Curricular Provision](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/stem-steam/extra-curricular-provision/) - STEM at CCHS - extra-curricular provision, 2023-24 Club Year group Approx. number of students Physics- Engineering Society 11-13 20 STEM Leaders Programme 9 30 Industrial Gold Award Teams meeting 12 12 Electronics Club 7-9 36 Year 10 Engineering Club 10 16 STEM Soc run by Year 10 7-9
- [Pupil Premium](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/pupil-premium/) - Information for Year 5 Students in receipt of the pupil premium grant As part of our Fair Access and Partnership work for Year 5 students in receipt of Pupil Premium grant and living at a permanent home within the 12.5 mile radius, (click here to check your address) we are pleased to provide additional support
- [CCHS Academic Honesty Agreement](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/cchs-academic-honesty-agreement/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is committed to academic honesty and will ensure that all teachers, students and parents are aware of what this entails. The school presents this document as part of its effort to maintain the integrity of our academic processes. Academic honesty should be a concern of the entire school community,
- [Ofsted Reports](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/ofsted-report/) - Please download our most recent Ofsted Report below:
- [CCHS Citizenship Programme](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/cchs-citizenship-programme/) - CCHS CITIZENSHIP PROGRAMME International Context Principles (1 and 4) of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child provide an international inspiration for work relating to young people: Principle 1 "States parties shall respect and ensure the rights set forth in the present convention to each child within their jurisdiction without discrimination of
- [Communication Protocol](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents-portal/communications-protocol/) - COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL Approved by the Governing Body: 23rd November 2022 Chelmsford County High School for Girls is committed to working in partnership with all its stakeholders, including students, staff, and parents. This protocol uses the term ‘parents’ to include: parents (natural or adoptive), an individual who has parental responsibility, or any person who
- [Governance Documents](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/governors/governance-documents/) - Governance Documents - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Code of Conduct](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-john-moore-library/code-of-conduct/) - We have a code of conduct for the library to ensure all our resources are respected and well-maintained and that the library can be used to its fullest potential by those who need it. This includes a policy of silence for Sixth Form study periods, respect for handling and borrowing of books, including returning items
- [End of Term Awards](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-john-moore-library/end-of-term-awards/) - Every term we give out awards to students who have been particularly active in the library. Three awards are given each term, one each to a student in KS3, 4 and 5. The students will be those who have used the library to its greatest potential to enhance their learning or have noticeably made the
- [Opening Times](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/the-john-moore-library/opening-times/) - The library is open from 8am – 4pm during term time, with Sixth Form students able to study until 5pm. During lesson times the Sixth Form benefit from silent study in the library, and all Year 7 and 8 classes have literacy lessons once a fortnight within their timetable, which allows them the opportunity to
- [The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide and the CCHS Parent Survey](https://www.cchs.co.uk/the-sunday-times-parent-power-guide-and-the-cchs-parent-survey/) - This weekend saw the publication of The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide. Some of the headlines in relation to our students' achievements in GCSE and A level outcomes are noted below: 1st in East Anglia, state girls’ schools (1st last year) 3rd in East Anglia, all state schools (3rd last year) 4th nationally, state girls’ schools (7th last year) 12th nationally, all
- [Music Centre and Recording Studio](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/music-centre-and-recording-studio/) - Music Centre Our purpose-built Music Centre offers a modern facility comprising: 4 Practice Rooms 2 Main Classrooms Foyer/meeting area A piano is available in each room and music stands can be used by arrangement. Recording Studio 24-track digital recording desk Range of microphones Fully sound proofed 2 rehearsal rooms Suitable for solo artists, small choirs,
- [Sports Field, Netball and Tennis Courts](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/sports-field-netball-and-tennis-courts/) - Sports Field This can be hired for: Fitness activities Community Events Marquees and outdoor seating can be placed on site by arrangement Netball and Tennis Courts 4 Netball Courts 5 Tennis Courts Available for hire during daylight hours
- [Gymnasium](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/gymnasium/) - This sports facility is ideal for Circuit Training Martial Arts Badminton Dance Yoga Aerobics Soft Ball Games External hire of Bubble Football The Gymnasium measures approximately 23m x 9m and includes changing facilities.
- [CCHS Inspire](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/cchs-inspire/) - Welcome to CCHS Inspire, our page designed for girls just like you On this page you will find information about our school, news, puzzles, brain teasers and book recommendations as well as frequently asked questions answered by our students. You will also find links on how to apply to our school and more information about
- [Alumnae Newsletter 2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/alumnae-newsletter-2022/) - Alumnae Newsletter Winter 2022
- [Working with our Community](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/working-with-our-community/) - ICGS Advocating for Girls’ Schools CCHS is a proud and active member of the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS). For thirty years, ICGS has been the leading advocate for girls’ schools. ICGS work with over 270 girls’ schools around the world by providing networking, research, professional development, and advocacy programmes focused on girls’ learning
- [Staff](https://www.cchs.co.uk/staff-portal/)
- [Trust Funds](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/alumnae/trust-funds/) - Trust Fund – Kate Luckin-Smith This name will be familiar to many members as a trust fund held by the Society. Kate Luckin-Smith was the first pupil on the school’s register on its first day, 6 May 1907. She set up the fund herself to benefit pupils at the school where she had enjoyed her
- [Admission to Year 7 September 2023](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/admission-to-year-7-september-2023/) - Admission to Year 7 September 2023 - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [General Information](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/) - General Information - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Parents](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/) - Parents - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [Directions and Map](https://www.cchs.co.uk/contact-us/directions-and-map/) - Directions and Map - Chelmsford County High School for Girls
- [The Jack Petchey Foundation Award Scheme](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/the-jack-petchey-foundation-award-scheme/) - CCHS is a proud gold award member of the Jack Petchey Foundation award scheme. This means we are able to recognise the work and contributions of our students. We choose to think of this as learning through action, and we focus on nominating students who make a significant contribution to the local and/or global community.
- [Russian](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/russian/) - The course is designed for a beginner who has no previous experience of the language. It counts as a Standard Level subject in the IB programme, or can be taken by A level students as an additional subject. Students of Russian are often inspired to take up a more exotic language, such as Arabic or
- [Psychology](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/curriculum-overview/psychology/) - Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour and tries to explain why people think, feel and behave as they do. For example, have you ever wondered why people develop phobias? Or why we form attachments with others? A Level Psychology is a new and exciting subject area for students. It is multifaceted and therefore
- [CCHS Lecture Series](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/cchs-lecture-series/) - Past Lectures: December 2020 from 6pm until 7pm: Dr Terri Ochiagha, Lecturer in World Literatures in English at Royal Holloway: "Introduction to Postcolonialism - Chinua Achebe and Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness". December 2019, 4pm to 5.30pm: How AI and Big Data Reshapes the Work - and Us presented by Kenneth Cukier, Senior Editor, The
- [Wish List Lottery](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/parents-association/wish-list-lottery/) - The Wish List Lottery is a Parents’ Association fund-raiser, whereby lucky numbers are issued and a monthly prize draw is made. The minimum cost is £24 per year that gives you 2 lucky numbers. Each additional lucky number costs £12; there is no limit to the amount of numbers you may purchase. Every month we
- [Swimming Pool](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/swimming-pool/) - Our heated indoor swimming pool is 18.2 metres in length by 7.5 metres width, and graduates from 0.95 – 1.8 metres in depth. Showers and changing facilities are provided with a dividing curtain option to segregate the changing area as necessary. The pool allows for a maximum of 30 swimmers in any one session and
- [Main Hall and Dining Hall](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/main-hall-and-dining-hall/) - Main Hall This is a large area measuring approximately 21m x 12m. It includes retractable seating for 200 people with capacity for an additional 144 chairs. The seating retracts fully, enabling use of the entire floor space if required. The stage has two sets of curtains, back-stage access, additional stage blocks and stairs, a lighting console
- [Languages Centre](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/languages-centre/) - Our modern Languages Centre offers the following facilities:- Dedicated entrance A bright, spacious foyer area A variety of classrooms which can be divided to suit different size groups Digital Language Laboratory. Technician services would be required and can be booked separately Small Meeting Room ideal for interviews Lift facilities to all three floors
- [Drama Studio](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/drama-studio/) - The Drama Studio provides suitable rehearsal space for theatre, dance and keep fit activities. The room incorporates a mirrored wall and a semi-sprung floor. Changing facilities are provided. Use of the audio and theatre lighting can be arranged for specific events, subject to an extra cost and the availability of our own technician.
- [Computer Suites](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/computer-suites/) - Our IT classrooms are each equipped with 30 computer work stations to include: Microsoft Office 2013 Projector facilities Colour printing facilities (invoiced after hire) The computers are internet enabled and wi-fi access can be made available for mobile devices. A teaching space with tables is also available in the centre of each room. Technician Services
- [Classrooms](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/classrooms/) - We have a number of classrooms available for hire in a variety of sizes to suit most forms of activity or meetings. The majority of rooms are capable of seating 30. A small number of rooms can be opened up to provide a larger conference style capacity. Conversely 2 ‘corner’ classrooms can be divided into
- [Astro Pitch](https://www.cchs.co.uk/facilities-hire/astro-pitch/) - Our popular sand-based Astro-Turf is full sized and suitable for most ball sports. We currently accommodate a number of local football and hockey clubs as well as various community organisations. Floodlights provide for evening hire all year round. Hourly slots for either full or half pitch hire are offered subject to availability.
- [Newsletters](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/newsletters/)
- [September 2020 School Transport](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/general-information/september-2020-school-transport/) - Stop.Swap.GO! – Getting to school information now live for September 2020! The Essex County Council information service brings together all the options and guidance on travel to school – click here.
- [Free School Meals at Sixth Form](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/free-school-meals/) - Please click here for further information on eligibility for free school meals.
- [Ann Johnson’s Educational Foundation](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/ann-johnsons-educational-foundation/) - GRANTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Ann Johnson’s Educational Foundation awards grants to under 25s who have lived in Chelmsford or attended school here. The purpose of the grant is to help the young person further their education or to pursue a job, trade or career. It may cover or contribute towards such things as tools, equipment, specialised
- [Useful Links for Parents](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/useful-links-for-parents/) - We have included a number of useful links below for your information:
- [Parents' Meetings](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/parents-meetings/) - The existence of Meet the Tutor Evenings and Parents Evenings provide two quite different opportunities within the academic year for parents to come in to school and engage with their daughter’s education. We are committed to involving parents in their daughter’s education and progress at school and feel that these two very different events complement
- [Sample Page](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sample-page/) - This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I'm a bike messenger
- [GCSE Curriculum 2020-2022](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/gcse-curriculum-2020-2022/) - Students who embark on their GCSEs in September 2019 will be studying reformed (9-1) courses in all subjects. To support students and parents in understanding both the content and assessment arrangements for these reformed (9-1) GCSE courses, please download the document below. Further guidance on the rationale for the reformed GCSEs, from the Department for
- [GCSE Curriculum 2018-20](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/gcse-curriculum-2018-20/) - Students who embark on their GCSEs in September 2018 will be studying reformed (9-1) courses in all subjects. To support students and parents in understanding both the content and assessment arrangements for these reformed (9-1) GCSE courses, please download the document below. Further guidance on the rationale for the reformed GCSEs, from the Department for
- [Admission to Year 7 September 2020](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/admission-to-year-7-september-2020/) - Waiting List The waiting list will operate until the end of the academic year. Any further vacancies will be determined through the in-year application process. Please click here for further information.
- [Sixth Form Community Service](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/sixth-form-community-service/) - The Community Service Programme is launched at the beginning of Year 12, involving both internal and external speakers. The programme provides an opportunity for students to make contact with local facilitators who in turn offer options for involvement in a wide range of local and global topical issues. All students must undertake at least one
- [Current Projects](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/better-buildings-appeal/current-projects/) - We are delighted to announce that our SSEF bid was successful, and building work has commenced on a new Sports Hall, and teaching block, to replace Bancroft, which will include additional science facilities. The Bancroft building was demolished in July 2019. The School is experienced in managing a large scale building project following the completion
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - Cookie Usage and Logs When someone visits this website we collect standard visitor logs. We do this to find out things such as the number of visitors, how much each part of the website is used, etc. This information is collected in a way which does not personally identify individuals. If we do collect personally
- [Teacher of Physics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/working-at-cchs/teacher-of-physics/) - Required for September 2016 Full-time or substantial part-time, would suit experienced Teacher or NQT Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, an ideal opportunity for a well-qualified teacher of Physics to gain experience teaching some of the most motivated and able
- [Cookie Policy](https://www.cchs.co.uk/cookie-policy/) - This site uses cookies - small text files that are placed on your machine to help the site provide a better user experience. In general, cookies are used to retain user preferences, store information for things like shopping baskets, and provide anonymised tracking data to third party applications like Google Analytics. As a rule, cookies
- [Familiarisation Guides](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/familiarisation-guides/) - We are pleased to offer Familiarisation Guides designed to inform parents and candidates about the Entrance Test in order to: Give a feel for the appearance of the actual assessment. Introduce some of the symbols and phrases used in the assessment. Inform parents and candidates of the invigilation procedure. Indicate the range of disciplines that will
- [Oliver!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/oliver/)
- [Consultation on proposed changes to the admissions policy for entry into the school in September 2020](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/consultation-on-proposed-changes-to-the-admissions-policy-for-entry-into-the-school-in-september-2020/) - The six-week public consultation has now closed (4.00pm on Friday 18th January 2019). The Full Governing Body will review all responses received before any further action is taken. Wendy Newton Clerk to Governors CCHS
- [Rush for Rights Festival - 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/rush-for-rights-festival-2018/)
- [Sports Day 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/sports-day-2018/)
- [Consultation on Additional Form of Entry](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/consultation-on-additional-form-of-entry/) - The four-week public consultation on a proposal for the School to increase by one form to six forms of entry in future years has now closed (4.00pm on Thursday 21st June 2018). The Full Governing Body will review all responses received before any further action is taken. Wendy Newton Clerk to Governors CCHS
- [Macbeth - January 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/macbeth-january-2018/)
- [Admission to Year 7 September 2019](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/admission-to-year-7-september-2019/) - Waiting List The waiting list of all the girls who sat the entrance test in September 2018, and who formally applied to the local authority, will operate until the end of the Academic Year, when the Ranked List of Applicants waiting list will cease to apply. Any further vacancies will be determined through the in-year
- [Blue Fest - July 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/blue-fest-july-2017/) - We raised over £5,000 during Blue Fest afternoon on 7th July 2017, in aid of MIND, the mental health charity.
- [A Level Results Day - 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/a-level-results-day-2017/) - As ever, we are very proud of the hard work and dedication of our students and teachers, which have led to some outstanding results and great successes in achieving places at leading universities to study on highly competitive degree courses.
- [GCSE Results Day 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/gcse-results-day-2017/) - The girls have achieved stunning GCSE performances in Maths particularly, and 31% achieving grade 9.
- [Year 13 Leavers Week - 19th May 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/year-13-leavers-week-what-i-wanted-to-be/)
- [Year 13 Leavers Week - 22nd May 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/year-13-leavers-week-22nd-may-2017/)
- [Year 13 Leavers Week - 23rd May 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/year-13-leavers-week-23rd-may-2017/)
- [Year 13 Leavers Week - 24th May 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/year-13-leavers-week-24th-may-2017/)
- [Year 13 Leavers Week - 25th May 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/year-13-leavers-week-25th-may-2017/) - Last Day at CCHS!
- [Training Bursary 2017-18](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/alumnae/training-bursary-2017-18/)
- [Dance Show - 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/dance-show-2017/)
- [Pancake Day - 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/pancake-day-2017/)
- [Art Exhibition - Year 13 IB students - 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/art-exhibition-year-13-ib-students-2017/)
- [Sports Day 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/sports-day-2016/)
- [Jesus Christ Superstar Production - January 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/jesus-christ-superstar-production-january-2017/)
- [Leadership Conference 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/leadership-conference-2016/)
- [Pink Fest - July 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/pink-fest-july-2016/)
- [Year 13 - May 16](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/year-13-may-16/)
- [House Decorated Classrooms - December 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/house-decorated-classrooms-december-2016/)
- [Year 11 - 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/year-11-2016/)
- [Sixth Form Leavers Questionnaire 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/alumnae/sixth-form-leavers-questionnaire-2016/) - Please click here to access the Sixth Form Leavers Questionnaire 2016.
- [Newsletter](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents-secure-area/newsletter/)
- [Leadership Conference 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/pastoral/pastoral-events/leadership-conference-2016/)
- [GCSE Curriculum 2016-18](https://www.cchs.co.uk/academic/gcse-curriculum-2016-18/) - Students who embarked on their GCSEs in September 2016 are studying reformed (9-1) courses in all subjects, except Technology subjects (Graphics and Textiles), which have not yet been reformed. To support students and parents in understanding both the content and assessment arrangements for these reformed (9-1) GCSE courses, please download the document below. Further guidance
- [Internal SF Options Form - 2017 Entry](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-admissions/internal-sf-options-form-2017-entry/)
- [Parents Secure Area](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents-secure-area/)
- [Parents Links](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents-links/) - Please see below some useful links Logon to ParentPay Logon to SIMS Parent App Logon to SchoolPost
- [Parents' Association (PA)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/parents-association-pa/) - Click here for more information on the Parents' Association and how you can get involved.
- [Admission to Year 7 September 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/admission-to-year-7-september-2017/) - Waiting List The waiting list will operate until the end of the academic year. Any further vacancies will be determined through the in-year application process. Please click here for further information.
- [Grammaticus](https://www.cchs.co.uk/about-us/parents-association/grammaticus/) - All parents are very welcome to join the Parents’ Association choir, run jointly with parents of KEGS, and known as ‘Grammaticus’. There are no auditions and, as well as raising funds for the School, we aim to have a lot of fun led by our extremely talented and enthusiastic Music Director, Clive Smith. We rehearse
- [Fixtures List](https://www.cchs.co.uk/extra-curricular/sports/fixtures-list/) - Please click here to view latest fixtures list
- [Students](https://www.cchs.co.uk/students-page/)
- [Governors](https://www.cchs.co.uk/governors-portal/)
- [Year 7](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/year-7/)
- [Current Year](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/year-7/current-year/) - Admission to Year 7 2015 entry The waiting list has now closed. Further vacancies will be determined through the in-year application process. Click here for details on how to apply.
- [Next Year](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/year-7/next-year/) - The CCHS Entrance Test for Year 7 2017 entry will be held on Saturday 10th September 2016. Online registration will be open from/to (dates to be advised). Documents required for application are: UK driving licence Council tax notification Two utility bills dated within the last six months (one of which must be the electricity bill)
- [Year 7 Welcome Booklet](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/welcome-booklet/) - Download our Welcome Booklet below:
- [Year 7 Welcome Film](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/year-7/welcome-film/)
- [Admission to the Sixth Form](https://www.cchs.co.uk/admissions/sixth-form/) - Please click here for further information on our Sixth Form admissions process.
- [Post 16 Transport Assistance](https://www.cchs.co.uk/sixth-form/post-16-transport-assistance/)
- [Galleries](https://www.cchs.co.uk/news/galleries/) - Please click on links to view Galleries.
- [ParentPay](https://www.cchs.co.uk/parents/parentpay/)
- [Terms & Conditions](https://www.cchs.co.uk/terms-conditions/) - PLEASE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SITE Terms of website use These terms of use (together with the documents referred to in it) tells you the terms of use on which you may make use of our website www.cchs.co.uk (our site), whether as a guest or a registered user. Use of
- [](https://www.cchs.co.uk/home/) - The pastoral wellbeing and academic development of our students are our prime responsibilities Chelmsford County High School for Girls (CCHS) is a proud grammar school community. CCHS was opened in 1907 to provide girls with an academic education. We, as the twenty-first century guardians of this significant inheritance, have chosen to honour this legacy by

## Galleries

- [What I wanted to be ....](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/what-i-wanted-to-be/)
- [KS3 Art Exhibition - May 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/ks3-art-exhibition-may-2017/)
- [Art Exhibition - Year 13 IB Students - 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/art-exhibition-year-13-ib-students-2017/)
- [House Pancake Competition - 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/house-pancake-competition-2017/)
- [Dance Show - 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/dance-show-2017/)
- [Sports Day 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/sports-day-2016/)
- [Leadership Conference 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/leadership-conference-2016-2/)
- [House Decorated Classrooms - December](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/house-decorated-classrooms-december/)
- [Jesus Christ Superstar Production - January 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/jesus-christ-superstar-production-january-2017/)
- [2012 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/2012-leadership-conference/)
- [2013 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/2013-leadership-conference/)
- [2014 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/2014-leadership-conference/)
- [2015 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/2015-leadership-conference/)
- [Leadership Conference 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/leadership-conference-2016/)
- [test](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/test/)
- [PinkFest - July 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/pinkfest-july-2016/)
- [China Trip - July 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/china-trip-july-2016/)
- [Year 13 - May 2016](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/year-13-may-2016/)
- [New buildings](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/new-buildings/)
- [New Building Plans](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/new-building-plans/)
- [Library](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/library/)
- [Oliver!](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/oliver/)
- [2018 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/2018-leadership-conference/)
- [GCSE Results 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/gcse-results-2018/)
- [Rush for Rights Festival](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/rush-for-rights-festival/)
- [Sports Day 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/sports-day-2018/)
- [Macbeth - January 2018](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/macbeth-january-2018/)
- [2017 Leadership Conference](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/2017-leadership-conference/)
- [Blue Fest - July 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/blue-fest-july-2017/)
- [GCSE Results - 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/gcse-results-2017/)
- [A Level Results Day - August 2017](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/a-level-results-day-august-2017/)
- [Old School Uniform](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/old-school-uniform/)
- [House Letter Day](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/house-letter-day/)
- [Favourite Character ...](https://www.cchs.co.uk/galleries/favourite-character/)

## Vacancies

- [Education Support Officer](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/education-support-officer/) - The Governing Body is looking to appoint an Education Support Officer to provide effective administrative and clerical support to our Humanities & Languages Departments. The successful candidate would also be expected to support the school with first aid provision. This position would suit someone who has good communication skills, is organised, has good IT skills
- [Finance Officer](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/finance-officer/) - The Governing Body is looking to appoint a Finance Manager who possesses excellent accounting knowledge and Excel skills, with experience of preparing management and/or financial accounts. The post-holder will report directly to the Business Manager and will be part of the Finance Team. The role requires someone who is proactive, meticulous, and flexible; and has
- [Assistant Examinations Officer](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/assistant-examinations-officer/) - We are looking to appoint an Assistant Examinations Officer to assist in the co-ordination and administration of all functions associated with school and public examinations. The post holder will recruit, train, and manage the School’s External Invigilators and be responsible for the production of assessment data and reports. The role requires someone with an eye
- [Teacher of Religious Studies](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-religious-studies/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, an ideal opportunity for a well-qualified teacher of Religious Studies to join a thriving and dynamic Department, with motivated students, dedicated staff and excellent facilities. With our growing Sixth Form and the outstanding success
- [Cleaner (casual)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/12596/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. We are seeking a casual cleaner to complement our existing team. The post holder will be required to follow the processes and procedures associated with the role of cleaner, to ensure the smooth running of our school.
- [Receptionist & First Aider](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/receptionist-first-aider-3/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a suitably experienced individual to join a thriving and dynamic front office team. We are seeking a dedicated individual who can prioritise their workload effectively and who will pro-actively support
- [Teacher of Mathematics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics-2/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified Mathematics teacher, to join a thriving and dynamic Department, with motivated students, dedicated staff and excellent facilities. With our growing Sixth Form and the outstanding success of the
- [Examinations Invigilator](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/examinations-invigilator/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. We are seeking Examinations Invigilators complement our existing team. The post holder(s) will be required to implement examination procedures, and regulations that ensure the smooth running of internal and external examinations, and the proper conduct of candidates.
- [Teacher of Physics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-physics/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified Physics teacher, to join a thriving and dynamic Department, with motivated students, dedicated staff and excellent facilities. We are seeking a strong classroom practitioner, who is passionate about
- [Science Technician](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/science-technician/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, an exciting opportunity for a Science Technician to join a team of staff providing support for a busy Science department. The successful applicant will be working predominately in the Biology Department, so knowledge of
- [Teacher of MFL (Spanish and French)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mfl-spanish-or-french/) - Following a staffing change in our Romance language departments, an opportunity has arisen at CCHS for September 2025. Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified French and Spanish teacher, to join a thriving and dynamic
- [Finance Officer](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/finance-officer-2/) - The Academy Board of Trustees is looking to appoint a Finance Manager who possesses excellent accounting knowledge and Excel skills, with experience of preparing management and/or financial accounts. The post-holder will report directly to the Business Manager and will be part of the Finance Team. The role requires someone who is proactive, meticulous, and flexible;
- [Teacher of Mathematics](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified Mathematics teacher, to join a thriving and dynamic Department, with motivated students, dedicated staff and excellent facilities. We are seeking a strong classroom practitioner, who is passionate about
- [Education Support Officer](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/education-support-officer-3/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a suitably experienced individual to join a thriving and dynamic administration team, to support the students at the school. We are seeking a dedicated individual who has the drive to
- [Personal Assistant to the Headteacher](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/personal-assistant-to-the-headteacher-2/) - The Board of Trustees are looking to appoint an able individual to act as the Personal Assistant to the Headteacher. The successful candidate will manage the School’s public relations and image, devise and manage the School’s fundraising campaigns, support with the running of some of the key school events, and undertake administrative tasks relating to
- [Personal Assistant to the Headteacher](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/personal-assistant-to-the-headteacher/) - The Board of Trustees are looking to appoint an able individual to act as the Personal Assistant to the Headteacher. The successful candidate will manage the School’s public relations and image, devise and manage the School’s fundraising campaigns, support with the running of some of the key school events, and undertake administrative tasks relating to
- [Caretaker](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/caretaker/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a suitably experienced individual to join a thriving and dynamic site team, to support the students at the school. We are seeking a dedicated individual who has the drive to
- [Physical Education Teacher or Subject Leader (maternity cover)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/physical-education-teacher-or-subject-leader-maternity-cover/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified Teacher of PE, to join a thriving and dynamic Department, with motivated students, dedicated staff and excellent facilities. We are seeking a strong classroom practitioner, who is passionate
- [Receptionist & First Aider](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/receptionist-first-aider-2/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a suitably experienced individual to join a thriving and dynamic administration team, to support the students at the school. We are seeking a dedicated individual who has the drive to
- [Receptionist & First Aider](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/receptionist-first-aider/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a suitably experienced individual to join a thriving and dynamic administration team, to support the students at the school. We are seeking a dedicated individual who has the drive to
- [Physical Education (maternity cover)  Teacher or Subject Leader](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/physical-education-maternity-cover-teacher-or-subject-leader/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified PE teacher, to join a thriving and dynamic Department, with motivated students, dedicated staff and excellent facilities. We are seeking a strong classroom practitioner, who is passionate about
- [Education Support Officer](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/education-support-officer-2/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a suitably experienced individual to join a thriving and dynamic administration team, to support the students at the school. We are seeking a dedicated individual who has the drive to
- [Teacher of Chemistry](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-chemistry/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified Chemistry teacher, to join a thriving and dynamic Department, with motivated students, dedicated staff, and excellent facilities. We are seeking a strong classroom practitioner, who is passionate about
- [Teacher of Biology (maternity cover)](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-biology/) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls is one of the most successful girls’ selective schools in the country. This is, therefore, a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified Biology teacher, to join a thriving and dynamic Department, with motivated students, dedicated staff and excellent facilities. We are seeking a strong classroom practitioner, who is passionate about
- [IT Technician](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/it-technician/) - We are seeking to appoint an IT Technician to undertake front line support for all hardware and software related to teaching and learning and to work with our IT Manager in delivery of our technology strategy. The core purpose of this role involves being responsible for: Liaising with teaching staff as first line support to
- [Examinations Invigilator](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/examinations-invigilator-2/) - We are looking to recruit an examination invigilator to assist with both internal and external examinations, which occur throughout the academic year. As part of a friendly invigilator team, you will assist in the organisation and delivery of examinations under JCQ regulations. Regular training is provided with continual support from our experienced invigilators. CCHS offers
- [Attendance Officer](https://www.cchs.co.uk/vacancies/attendance-officer/) - We are looking to appoint an able individual as the main school Attendance Officer. The post-holder will be expected to record and collate data on student attendance, efficiently and accurately. A keen interest in working with young people is essential. The role requires someone with an eye for detail, energy and enthusiasm, and the ability

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