Chapel-en-le-Frith High School

What Chapel-en-le-Frith High School does

Chapel-en-le-Frith High School is a state-funded co-educational secondary academy serving students aged 11-16 across Years 7 through 11, located in Chapel-en-le-Frith, High Peak, Derbyshire, England, and operating under the governance of Derbyshire County Council. The school delivers the National Curriculum through fourteen subject departments (Art, Computer Science & ICT, Drama, English, Geography, History, Learning Support, Maths, Modern Foreign Languages, Music, Physical Education, Philosophy & Ethics, Science, and Design Technology) supplemented by an extracurricular programme including Duke of Edinburgh, a Farming Club, a Wellbeing Hub and the student-produced newspaper The Summ'it. Its service offering is anchored by a careers education programme aligned to the eight Gatsby Benchmarks, featuring an annual Employer Speed Networking event with 25+ local employers, college taster days at Aquinas, Macclesfield, Marple, Stockport and Buxton & Leek, and university engagement with Manchester Metropolitan, Derby, Nottingham, Oxford and Cambridge. Reported destination outcomes place 97% of the Class of 2025 in full-time education, training or apprenticeships.

The school's technology stack is built entirely on third-party SaaS platforms rather than proprietary systems: Go4Schools serves as the student information system for attendance, behaviour, homework and academic reporting accessed by parents, students and staff; ParentPay processes online payments for meals, trips and equipment; SchoolCloud manages parents evening bookings; EVOLVE handles educational visit approvals; and a Virtual Learning Environment (vle.chapelhigh.org.uk) provides content delivery, with Microsoft Outlook supporting communications. School meals are supplied by Chartwells under a PFI building contract. The school is UK GDPR compliant, with data protection oversight delegated to the Derbyshire County Council DPO. Leadership comprises Headteacher Greg Raynor, a Deputy Headteacher (Mrs S Dunn), five Assistant Headteachers, a Business Manager (Mrs J Emsley), a SENCo (Mrs E Lonsdale) and fourteen Heads of Department.

The school's business model is that of a publicly funded educational institution rather than a commercial enterprise. There is no tuition revenue; funding flows through the Derbyshire County Council per-pupil formula with student admission handled exclusively via the local authority's admissions process (deadline 31 October 2025 for September 2026 entry). Ancillary revenue streams — optional school meals, trips, equipment and revision guides — are immaterial to overall finances and are routed through ParentPay and PayPoint. Free school meals are available at £3.55 per day for qualifying families. As a government entity, the school has no equity owners, no venture funding, no M&A activity, and operates under a regulated catchment-area monopoly for state secondary education in its locality.

Name

Chapel-en-le-Frith High School

Legal name

Chapel-en-le-Frith High School

Website

https://chapelhigh.org.uk

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Chapel-en-le-Frith High School is a state-funded co-educational secondary academy in Derbyshire, England, delivering National Curriculum education to students aged 11-16 alongside a Gatsby-aligned careers programme, employer partnerships and university engagement, funded through Derbyshire County Council.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Career Readiness & College Prep (In-School) (EDAJAFAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

School-Based SEL Curriculum & Instructional Programs (EDAKAMAA)

Keywords

• Secondary education
• GCSE preparation
• Careers guidance
• Special educational needs
• Extracurricular programmes

Headquarters

HQ city

Chapel-en-le-Frith

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Others

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Chapel-en-le-Frith High School is a state-funded secondary school delivering full-time education to students aged 11-16 (Years 7 through 11), following the National Curriculum with GCSE preparation. The school delivers subject-specific teaching across departments (Art, Computer Science & ICT, Drama, English, Geography, History, Maths, Modern Foreign Languages, Music, PE, Philosophy & Ethics, Science, Technology), a comprehensive careers education programme aligned with the eight Gatsby Benchmarks, special educational needs provision, Learning for Life personal development, mental health and wellbeing support, and a wide extracurricular clubs and activities programme.

Product overview

Chapel-en-le-Frith High School is a secondary educational institution providing a comprehensive education programme for students in Years 7-11, with preparation for post-16 pathways. The school's service portfolio includes a full National Curriculum delivered through subject-specific departments (Art, Computer Science, Drama, English, Geography, History, Maths, Modern Foreign Languages, Music, PE, Science, Technology), complemented by an extensive clubs and activities programme. The school also operates supporting digital platforms including the GO 4 Schools student information portal, ParentPay online payment system, SchoolCloud parents evening booking, and a Virtual Learning Environment. The careers education programme provides structured guidance through employer partnerships, college taster visits, university trips, and individual careers advice.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Secondary Education Programme (Years 7-11)
• Post-16 Progression Guidance and Preparation
• Careers Education Programme
• Clubs and Activities Programme
• Special Educational Needs and Learning Support Provision
• Wellbeing Hub and Mental Health Support
• School Meals Service (Chartwells catering)

Quantifiable outcome

• 97% of Class of 2025 graduates secured full-time education, training, or apprenticeship placements
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

31 partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• Aquinas CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal further education college providing taster days and post-16 options for students. Students visit for college taster experiences as part of the careers programme. 55 students from Class of 2025 progressed to Aquinas.
• Macclesfield CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal college offering T Levels workshops and taster days for students. 41 students from Class of 2025 enrolled at Macclesfield College. The college also delivers apprenticeship information sessions at the school.
• Marple Sixth Form CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary college for Year 10 taster days where all students attend. Provides comprehensive post-16 options including A Levels and vocational courses. 6 students from Class of 2025 enrolled.
• Stockport CollegesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal further education college offering vocational courses and apprenticeships. 5 students from Class of 2025 enrolled. Participates in lunchtime drop-in sessions and careers events.
• University of Derby: BuxtoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormerly Buxton and Leek College, provides T Level workshops, apprenticeship information, and higher education guidance. The University of Derby: Buxton visits with the 'big red bus' for interactive apprenticeship activities. 12 students from Class of 2025 enrolled.
• Nestlé WaterscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal employer regularly participating in Employer Speed Networking events and mock interviews. Supports students by providing information about employment, apprenticeships, and workplace skills.
• Breedon GroupcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor local employer (largest cement plant in UK near Hope) offering apprenticeships and workplace visits. Former Chapel High students have progressed to apprenticeships with Breedon. Participates in Employer Speed Networking and mock interviews.
• TarmaccoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal employer running the FIRST LEGO League Challenge with Year 10 students, mentoring teams over 12 weeks. Participates in Employer Speed Networking events and mock interviews. Discusses apprenticeship vacancies with students.
• Swizzels Matlow LimitedcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal employer in the High Peak area participating in Employer Speed Networking events and mock interviews. Discusses apprenticeship and employment opportunities with students.
• Royal Air Force (RAF)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerDelivers careers assemblies to Year 9 and 10 students, particularly focusing on encouraging girls to consider RAF careers. Conducts 'Careers Café' sessions for interested students. Participates in Employer Speed Networking events.
• Royal Navy and Royal MarinessecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerArmed forces career presentations at careers events and Employer Speed Networking. Provides information about naval career pathways and apprenticeships.
• British ArmysecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates in Employer Speed Networking events providing information about army careers and apprenticeships to students.
• Derbyshire ConstabularysecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal police service participating in Employer Speed Networking events, providing careers information and insights into policing careers.
• Derbyshire Fire & Rescue ServicesecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerEmergency services participation in Employer Speed Networking events, offering careers insights and apprenticeship information.
• Manchester Metropolitan UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity visited by Year 10 students for campus tours, higher education workshops, and student life presentations. Student ambassadors share experiences and guidance about university study.
• University of OxfordcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmbassadors deliver careers talks to Year 10 and 11 students about studying at Oxford, application processes, and life at the university. Helps raise aspirations and broaden horizons.
• University of CambridgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccess Programme Manager delivers assemblies to Year 10 students about Cambridge University, covering the collegiate system, degree subjects, fees and finance, and student life. Part of the school's aspiration-raising programme.
• University of NottinghamsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerYear 11 students visit for higher education workshops covering research, finance, budgeting, and student life. Campus tours include accommodation, facilities, and lecture theatres.
• Derbyshire Education Business Partnership (DEBP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharitable organization delivering bespoke careers programmes including 'Raising Aspirations' and 'All Set' workshops for students in Learning Support. Provides employability workers who specialize in working with young people with special educational needs.
• Institute of PhysicssecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerImproving Gender Balance Coach delivers project to challenge gender stereotypes in science. Virtual presentations on careers choices and how gender can affect subject and career decisions.
• Buxton Opera HousesecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerCreative Learning Producer delivers careers information about arts sector careers and work experience programmes. Hosts students for workplace experiences.
• Chatsworth Estate (Devonshire Group)secondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal employer participating in Employer Speed Networking events, showcasing career opportunities in hospitality, estates management, and related sectors.
• Tenneco/FerodosecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal manufacturing company (celebrating 125 years at Ferodo plant) hosts careers trips and open days. Students learn about engineering, manufacturing, and apprenticeship opportunities.
• NexperiasecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal employer participating in Employer Speed Networking events and mock interviews, providing information about employment and training opportunities.
• Röchling IndustrialsecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal industrial company participating in Employer Speed Networking events and Post-16 Evenings, showcasing manufacturing and engineering careers.
• The Farming Life CentresecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with the school to run Farming Club, providing activities, quizzes, games and guest speakers for students interested in farming and agriculture. Supports students from farming backgrounds.
• iDEA AwardssecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerInspiring Digital Enterprise Award programme offering free online challenges for students to earn industry-recognized digital, enterprise and employability badges. Launched in school by careers team and IT Department.
• Careers & Enterprise CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization providing Compass online audit system for monitoring and evaluating the school's careers programme against Gatsby Benchmarks. Enterprise Co-ordinator works with the Careers Leader to identify new opportunities.
• Hazel Grove Sixth Form CollegesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal sixth form college participating in Post-16 Evening events and providing information about A Level and vocational courses. 5 students from Class of 2025 enrolled.
• Loreto CollegesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal sixth form college where 4 students from Class of 2025 enrolled for post-16 education.
• Access Creative CollegesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCreative industries college where 4 students from Class of 2025 enrolled. Provides pathways into media, music, and creative technology careers.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Buxton Community School: Secondary school located in Buxton, Derbyshire, within the same High Peak locality and under Derbyshire County Council. Comparable in scale, governance, and the semi-rural catchment it serves.
• Wilmslow High School: A larger state secondary school in Cheshire East serving a comparable demographic. Provides a useful like-for-like comparison for secondary curriculum delivery, GCSE outcomes, and sixth form progression in the North West region.
• New Mills School: A co-educational secondary school located in New Mills, High Peak, Derbyshire. Directly comparable state secondary serving an overlapping catchment area in the High Peak region with a similar rural/semi-rural intake and school size.
• Hope Valley College: Secondary school in Hope Valley, Derbyshire, serving a similarly rural catchment in the High Peak/Derbyshire region. Directly comparable in terms of size, demographics, and county-council governance.
• Glossopdale School: Secondary school and sixth form in Glossop, Derbyshire, also operating under Derbyshire County Council. Closest comparable state secondary in the High Peak area with a similar demographic profile and curriculum structure.

Regional players

• St. Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy: Catholic voluntary academy secondary school in Glossop, Derbyshire. Operates in the same geographic region as Chapel-en-le-Frith High School and serves overlapping student populations, though with a faith-based admissions basis.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ChapelHighSchool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/chapel-en-le-frith-high-school

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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