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OpenURN 149335

The Hawthorns School

Free schools special · Chelmsford · CM1 2XT

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Age range

Ages 7–16

Pupils

69

Local authority

Essex

Age range

Ages 7–16

05111619

Provision snapshot

Based on official GIAS characteristics

1 / 6

  • NurseryNo Nursery Classes
  • Sixth formDoes not have a sixth form
  • Boarding
  • Special school
  • Independent
  • Academy

Local context

How this school sits among open establishments in its area, using official GIAS records. These are counts, not rankings.

Mixed free schools special, Ages 7–16, in Chelmsford, Essex, 69 pupils on roll. Notable characteristics: special school, non-selective admissions. Free school meals: 23.2%.

Open schools in Chelmsford
84
Academies among open schools in Chelmsford
48% (40)
Open schools in CM1
33
Open schools in Essex LA
612

Nearby schools

Open schools within about 3 miles, prioritising the same phase where possible. Distances are approximate from GIAS coordinates.

Compare with theseAll in ChelmsfordNear CM1

Overview

School type
Free schools special
Age range
7–16
Gender
Mixed
Status
Open
URN
149335

Location

Address
Thornhurst Road
Postcode
CM1 2XT
Town
Chelmsford
Local authority
Essex

Size & intake

Pupil numbers and free school meals come from the GIAS school census fields. Capacity fill is calculated when both pupils and capacity are published. Census date: 15 Jan 2026.

Pupils on roll
69
Boys / girls
59 / 10
School capacity
70
Capacity fill
69 / 70 (99%)
Free school meals
23.2%
FSM pupils
16
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Gender
Mixed

School characteristics

Nursery provision
No Nursery Classes
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Religious character
None
Governance
Academy trust: SEAX TRUST
Academy trust
SEAX TRUST

Contact

Telephone
01245207607
Website
https://www.thehawthornsschool.com

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