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Secondary (Year 7 upwards)

Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire - CB2 0SZ

“To be a centre of excellence for science and technology education. By working with world-leading academic and industry partners, we build confidence and capability in our students, equipping them with the skills, attitudes and ambitions needed to succeed in their future careers.”

SecondarySince 2014Ofsted: Good

Campion School

Northampton, West Northamptonshire - NN7 3QG

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“At Campion School we are guided by a strong moral purpose and a deep commitment to doing what is best for children and young people. We believe in creating a joyful and nurturing environment where children can thrive and be happy.”

SecondarySince 2011Ofsted: Good

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Quality of education: Good

Campion School

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire - CV31 1QH

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“School life has to be about more than high academic achievement. A rich and varied extra-curricular programme complements the formal curriculum so as to enable each pupil to develop a breadth of interests.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Campsmount Academy

Doncaster, Doncaster - DN6 9AS

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“At Campsmount, we believe that every student should feel that they belong. Our school is not simply a place of learning; it is a community where students, parents, carers and staff all play an important role.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Cams Hill School

Fareham, Hampshire - PO16 8AH

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“We are community focussed; we believe a school and education should be at the heart of a community. The school’s resources and facilities are here for the Fareham and Portchester area; we aim to benefit pupils, their families, and the wider community.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Canary Wharf College Crossharbour

London, Tower Hamlets - E14 9GL

“The Canary Wharf College Schools now have their own individual websites. Find the link to the school you are looking for using the tiles on this page.”

SecondarySince 2016Ofsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Cannock Chase High School

Cannock, Staffordshire - WS11 1JT

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Cannock Chase High School is an 11-19 state funded comprehensive school with Academy Status and over a 1100 students on roll.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Canon Slade School

Bolton, Bolton - BL2 3BP

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Our motto “Ora et labora” (Pray and Work) is our guiding principle. It is this commitment to work and the Christian life that drives the success of the school and our ability to flourish in a constantly changing and challenging world.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Canons High School

Edgware, Harrow - HA8 6AN

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Canons High School has a deep and rich history. It was formerly known as Downer Grammar School and was the first Grammar school to be built in Harrow after World War 2. It was named after Thomas Downer, a magistrate from Harrow who died in 1502.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Cansfield High School

Wigan, Wigan - WN4 9TP

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“We provide a broad education and commit to a well-defined set of values that ensures that our students are happy and have the chance to become the best version of themselves that is possible.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Cantell School

Southampton, Southampton - SO16 3GJ

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Every student at Cantell has the opportunity to attend an extensive range of extra-curricular activities. The extra-curricular provision supports students’ learning for life. This includes educational trips and visits, alongside staff led activities and external input.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Cape Cornwall School

Penzance, Cornwall - TR19 7JX

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“The first is through our digital transformation program, in which every single pupil will be given an iPad to use at home and school. This means that all students will have access to the educational resources they need – in the classroom and at home for the first time.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, Fleetwood

Fleetwood, Lancashire - FY7 8AY

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Cardinal Allen High School is a voluntary-aided school within the Catholic Diocese of Lancaster. As a voluntary-aided school, foundation governors must always form a majority of the governing body. The constitution of the governing body is as follows:”

SecondaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Cardinal Griffin Catholic College

Cannock, Staffordshire - WS11 4AW

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Cardinal Griffin has a distinct Catholic ethos, creating an environment in which all of our pupils can thrive. We encourage our pupils to be grateful for their gifts, for the gifts of others, and for the blessings of each day.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School

Leeds, Leeds - LS6 4QE

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“The Catholic Christian community at Cardinal Heenan endeavours to help students to know and build a relationship with Jesus Christ and to live the Catholic faith through prayer, sacraments and service.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School

Liverpool, Liverpool - L12 9HZ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Our school motto, 'Respect, Believe and Achieve,' echoes the words of Cardinal Hume. We take pride in challenging our students to reach their full potential in every area of their lives, and at the root of all of this lies the firm foundation of the Catholic faith.”

SecondaryBoysEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead

Gateshead, Gateshead - NE9 6RZ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Cardinal Hume Catholic School is an inclusive school. We believe that all pupils, including those identified as having a special educational need, have a common entitlement to a broad and balanced academic and social curriculum which is accessible to them, and that they should be fully included in…”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School

Manchester, Rochdale - M24 2GL

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Cardinal Langley RC High School is a Voluntary Aided 11-18 mixed comprehensive serving the Catholic community of Middleton. The school has an excellent reputation in the local community for its academic excellence and student development which is based around Catholic values.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Cardinal Newman Catholic High School

Warrington, Warrington - WA4 1RX

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Cardinal Newman is a vibrant, caring and welcoming community where every student is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their very best. We are proud of the excellent relationships that exist between staff and students, creating a positive and purposeful atmosphere where learning can thrive.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Cardinal Newman Catholic School

Coventry, Coventry - CV6 2FR

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Every student is called to live out the gospel values by loving God, others and themselves and by being prepared to always do their best and be the best person they can be.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Good