English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College — Secondary School in Hartlepool

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English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College

Hartlepool, TS25 4HA

1,472 Pupils

1,647 Capacity

11–18 Age Range

34.20% FSM %

725 Boys

747 Girls

About English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College

English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College is a mixed-gender Academies located in Hartlepool, Hartlepool, in the North East region of England for pupils aged 11–18 with a Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 1,472 pupils on roll. School capacity: 1,647. Current headteacher: Andy Rodgers.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Secondary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Hartlepool
Region	North East
Administrative District	Hartlepool
Parliamentary Constituency	Hartlepool
Ward	Manor House
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Non-selective
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Has a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Opened	01-05-2014
UKPRN	10045943
URN	140867
Data Last Updated	09-07-2025

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Paula Strachan	Chair of Local Governing Body	04/10/2024	03/10/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Michael Carling	Local Governor	06/05/2022	05/05/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Elaine Dodsworth	Local Governor	10/02/2025	09/02/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Gill Dowson	Local Governor	08/01/2025	07/01/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Mary Frain	Local Governor	19/07/2021	17/07/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Martyn Gordon	Local Governor	23/11/2021	22/11/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Martyn Gordon	Local Governor	22/11/2025	21/11/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Colette Holgarth	Local Governor	03/06/2024	27/04/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Matthew Hutchinson	Local Governor	28/09/2022	27/09/2026	Elected by school staff
Mrs Kristina Krancioch-Daniel	Local Governor	21/11/2023	20/11/2027	Elected by parents
Mr Val Razon	Local Governor	17/11/2022	16/11/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Andrew Rodgers	Local Governor	28/04/2025	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal

Schools Nearby

Catcote Academy

0.23 km • Hartlepool

Other

Rift House Primary School

0.38 km • Hartlepool

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Kingsley Primary School

0.52 km • Hartlepool

Other

Eldon Grove Academy

0.78 km • Hartlepool

Other

The Horizon School, Hartlepool

1.01 km • Hartlepool

Other

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool

1.26 km • Hartlepool

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College?

English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Hartlepool, Hartlepool.

How many pupils does English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College have?

English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College has 1,472 pupils, with a capacity of 1,647.

What is the age range at English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College?

English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.

What is the admissions policy at English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College?

The admissions policy at English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College is: Non-selective.

Is English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College a faith school?

Yes, English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College?

The Headteacher at English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College is Mr Andy Rodgers.

Where is English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College located?

English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College is at Catcote Road, Hartlepool, TS25 4HA, in the Hartlepool local authority, North East.

Does English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College have a sixth form?

Sixth form at English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College: Has a sixth form.

Is English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College currently open?

English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Andy Rodgers

Catcote Road, Hartlepool, TS25 4HA

01429273790

ems.bhcet.org.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 140867

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026