Rainford High Technology College

URN: 104826 • St Helens WA11 8NY

Overview

Name
Rainford High Technology College
URN
104826
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
70.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ian Young (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
Higher Lane, St Helens WA11 8NY

Summary

Rainford High Technology College is a mixed community secondary school located in St Helens, with a current enrolment of 1,533 pupils and a capacity of 1,650. The school is committed to an inclusive ethos where "Everyone Matters, Everyone Helps and Everyone Succeeds," emphasizing collaboration among staff, students, and parents to provide the best educational experience for each child.

The curriculum at Rainford High is designed to support a wide range of learning needs and aspirations, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to achieve their potential. The school places a strong emphasis on academic success while also fostering personal development and well-being.

With a relatively low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (7.5%), the school serves a diverse community in St Helens. Rainford High aims to create a supportive environment that encourages students to pursue their dreams and prepares them for future challenges.

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Key details

LA
St. Helens
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1650
Pupils
1533
Boys
760
Girls
775
FSM %
7.50
Open date
Close date
2017-08-31
Last Ofsted
2015-03-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1533 760 775 1650 7.50
2024-09-11 1533 760 775 1650 7.50
2023-09-11 1533 760 775 1650 7.50
2022-09-11 1533 760 775 1650 7.50
2021-09-11 1533 760 775 1650 7.50
2020-09-11 1533 760 775 1650 7.50

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