New Hall School
Chelmsford, Essex, East of England · CM3 3HS
Tracing its roots to 1642, New Hall is a Roman Catholic independent school near Chelmsford that educates children from age three through to nineteen, with boarding available alongside day places. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it excellent for both education and personal development, with all compliance standards met. A notably large sixth form of 238 pupils gives the senior school real momentum, and the phone-free policy during the school day signals a clear stance on focus and community. It is a school likely to appeal to families seeking a faith-based education with strong academic expectations.
384
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£18,729
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-19
- Pupils
- 384
- Location
- Chelmsford, Essex, East of England
- Telephone
- 01245 467588
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Principal Samantha Twomey
Latest results
Attainment 8
70.5
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
88%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
65%
A-level A*-A
42%
A-level A*-B
75%
Teaching & academics
The results sit well above national benchmarks: an Attainment 8 score of 70.5 against a national average of 46.9, and 88% of pupils reaching grade 5 or above in English and Maths compared with 47% nationally. At GCSE, 65% of grades fall in the 9-7 range, while A-level outcomes show 42% at A*-A and 75% at A*-B. The curriculum is broad, spanning sciences, humanities, Latin and languages including Chinese, with the EPQ available to stretch sixth-formers beyond their main subjects.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 238
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 13.56%
- EHC plans
- 0.07%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is wide-ranging, taking in rugby, hockey, cricket, tennis, swimming and golf, with equestrian among the more distinctive offerings. The school's musical life is recognised through chorister awards and music development scholarships, reflecting its place within a Catholic choral tradition.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1642
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Phone-free site during the school day
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,578 - £18,729
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £25,389 - £30,027
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 6 February 2024
The last word
A historic, faith-rooted school where academic results comfortably outpace national figures and a large sixth form anchors the senior years. Day and boarding fees place it firmly at the premium end.
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New Hall School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is New Hall School located?
New Hall School is located at The Avenue, Boreham, Chelmsford, CM3 3HS.
What type of school is New Hall School?
New Hall School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend New Hall School?
New Hall School has approximately 384 pupils on roll.
What is New Hall School's inspection rating?
New Hall School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 6 February 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.