Carr Hill High School
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Based on 41 reviews and 340 answers
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- Food3.7
- Education3.6
- Safety3.6
- Staff3.5
- Communication3.5
- Activities3.5
- Indoor environment3.4
- Outdoor environment3.4
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- Former Student2.015 June 2025
Only care about appearance
Isn’t a good school I went here for a year before I got kicked out for attendance as I never wanted to come in the school is very poorly run in staff some teachers are complete beginners to the job teaching important lessons or giving test revision and the teachers shout at kids a lot for even breathing way to harsh on makeup up and uniform and they are even strict on uniform in hot weathers it’s juts pathetic they care more about looks and makeup wipes and will send you in a whole day iso if yo...
- Parent5.03 April 2025
Awesome staff and faculty
The staff are excellent. My child has just finished his y11 year and all of the time, he hasn't been bullied, hurt or annoyed even once! The new phone ban rule takes place after the Easter holidays 2025 which some disapprove of but in my professional opion of being a teacher for 13 years, it will help lots.
- Student1.028 March 2025
Do not join carrhill
Absolutely hate this school teachers dont sort out bullying and instead they force you into the lesson I was balling my eyes out and had a teacher screaming at me and following me and when I was worried about a lesson full of Bullies I had a teacher screaming at me saying that im wasting peoples time but THATS what pastorals for it’s to get help when needed ect awful school hope it gets shut down
- Parent5.026 February 2025
Carr Hill - Postive & Refreshing
I was apprehensive about sending my son to Carr Hill, however all my apprehension has been alleviated and since my child starting in September I only have positive things to say about the school. Under new leadership there have been real change already, in the school’s culture, the expectations of both students and teachers has been at the centre. After a shakey transition, my son is settled and thriving, thanks to the new head, the head of year 7 and his mentor. Everything is headed in the right direction and I would definitely recommend Carr Hill High School.
- Parent5.025 February 2025
So many improvements
Three years ago, Carr Hill had quite the name for itself when it came to the daunting task of choosing a high school for my child. Needless to say, it wasn't our first choice, it was however, the choice we were given. How wrong we were to worry! My child has absolutely flourished since starting high school and the changes that the new head is introducing are only cementing this. Children's happiness, education and parental feedback are at the heart of all these improvements and we can't wait to...
- Parent4.025 February 2025
Parent review
My daughter absolutely loves attending Carr Hill- she regularly comes home excited to tell me about her day, what she’s learnt and the exciting changes the new leadership team are making. I would recommend this school to others.
- Parent5.025 February 2025
Carr Hill Review
Absolute fantastic school. Since my child starting in September I can only say positive things about Carr Hill. It feels that under new leadership there is a real shift in the school’s culture with high expectations being at the core. The school has got an exciting future ahead with lots of positive changes for our children. My daughter is very settled and thriving. We could not ask for more as she starts her journey at high school.
- Student4.024 February 2025
huge improvements
really happy with the school at the moment. feel like we are being listened to and things are changing for the better.
- Parent5.023 February 2025
Carr Hill review
Carr Hill High School is a fantastic school with a dedicated pastoral and management team who truly care about students’ well-being and success. The staff are supportive, approachable, and always willing to help. As a parent, I feel completely confident that my child is in a safe and nurturing environment. The school provides excellent opportunities for both academic and personal growth. I’m delighted with the positive experience my child has had and highly recommend Carr Hill High School!
- Student5.023 February 2025
Improvement
Ever since our new headteacher took over, the school’s been getting way better. Teachers actually seem more into it, there are more cool activities, and even the rules make more sense now. The vibe is way more positive, and you can tell they actually want us to do well. Plus, some parts of the school are getting a much-needed upgrade. Definitely feels like a big step up!
- Employee5.023 February 2025
Positive Transformation
The transformation of this school since September is nothing short of spectacular! The new Headteacher is dedicated to changing the culture for the students and the staff for the better.
- Parent5.023 February 2025
Huge improvements under new leadership
It really feels like things are taking a turn for the positive with the new leadership and direction of the school. There’s an massively increased degree of professionalism that’s immediately apparent and I’m excited and hopeful for the future of both the school and the pupils who will benefit from this.
- Student5.023 February 2025
Car Hill High School
a new head started this year and school is massively different. Pupils are happy coming to school and teachers are miles more personable.
- Student5.023 February 2025
Review
New headteacher has made a big difference already, you always see him around school, he's changed loads already and given pupils a voice. Lessons clearly better and behaviour is really good now!
- Other5.023 February 2025
Headteacher
known the new Headteacher a long time and he's made a significant difference everywhere he has been. Good news for the school.
- Parent5.023 February 2025
Extremely happy
School has massively improved since the new head teacher, Mr Layzell, started in September. He has a strong track record and no doubt the school will flourish. Been very impressed with changes since September!
- Parent5.023 February 2025
Great Place to be
In the past, this school has faced its challenges. However, more recently, I have observed a remarkable transformation. With new staff and a committed head teacher, significant improvements are being made, positioning this school as a great place to be.
- Other5.021 February 2025
Exciting times
I have worked with new head for years at previous school. He will make a big difference to the pupils and community as I experienced at his former school.
- Other5.04 February 2025
new head
as it’s now changed to an academy with a new head the school is improving
- Student5.04 February 2025
improvement
the school which is now an academy is getting better day by day with the new improvements that are happening the new head is changing the school for the best
- Student5.04 February 2025
brilliant
mr layzel is trying his hardest to improve the school and it is working. He is a brilliant head teacher. Cant wait to see what direction the school is heading in
- Student5.04 February 2025
schools improving
the way the school used to be is totally different now with the new head and it being an academy
- Student5.04 February 2025
better education
new head teacher under an academy improving the school, staff, education and students
- Student5.04 February 2025
New head
New head is making school a better and safer place
- Other5.04 February 2025
Outstanding
New head teacher has helped the school get better as he understands the children
- Other5.04 February 2025
better school
new head teacher turning the school around making it better day by day
- Other5.04 February 2025
Better school
School improving now there’s a new head
- Parent1.019 September 2024
A lot of bullying going on
It’s a terrible school
- Student2.026 July 2023
rubbish
pretty rubbish school , no point in having it , useless , don’t recommend
- Student2.022 May 2023
Main problem is the kids
I went into the school with a lot of bad expectations from other people but I have seen that the teachers are mostly nice but the main problem is the kids, so much of the kids are mean, disrespectful, disobedient and just bad students. It’s hard to focus because of other students behaviour and not a lesson goes by where at least 1 person doesn’t get a grade 3 or lower.