It is situated close to Nantwich's boundary with Henhull, on the north side of Welsh Row (part of the Nantwich-Chester road), and east of the Shropshire Union Canal.

On the occasion, the Nantwich Guardian reported that the "school of ancient history had turned into one of the most up-to-date in the County, catering for all the widely varying needs of individual children.

The Nantwich and Acton symbol still remains in the logo of the two horses' heads, an emblem found on many important school objects.

VIP guests at the opening included Bryony Page, Paralympics Committee chairman Sir Philip Craven and Paralympians Claire and Scott Robertson.

[7] The Sixth Form, which has its own "building" within the school, takes applicants mainly from Crewe and Nantwich but also from the surrounding Cheshire area.