St Mary's Church of England High School (VA)
70%
Capacity
982
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Mary's Church of England High School (VA)
St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Broxbourne community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 982 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Vaughan, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.07 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 44.3. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of D+. Additionally, ranked 1698th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 7 in Broxbourne.
St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) is a popular choice with families — it received 318 applications for 180 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 107 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) include Tennis Courts, Playing Fields, Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Theatre, Astro Turf, Sixth Form Centre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Rowing, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club, Eco Club and 7 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.9%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Broxbourne, St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Lieutenant Ellis Way, Waltham Cross, Broxbourne, EN7 5FB |
| Headteacher | Richard Vaughan |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 982 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.9% |
| School Capacity | 982 / 1,400 (70% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.07)
1698th of 3,141
Nationally
192nd of 350
In East of England
6th of 7
In Broxbourne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
32.0
'22/23
22.1
'23/24
24.8
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed180
318
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
107 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Church of England High School (VA)
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Lieutenant Ellis Way, Waltham Cross
Broxbourne, EN7 5FB
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