Cowley International College

URN: 104829 • St Helens WA10 6PN

Overview

Name
Cowley International College
URN
104829
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Russell Cormack (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01744678030
Website
Visit
Address
Hard Lane, St Helens WA10 6PN

Summary

Cowley International College is a mixed community secondary school located in St Helens, with a current enrolment of 1,498 pupils and a capacity for 1,620. The school serves students aged 11 to 16 and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. Approximately 40.9% of the students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the diverse socio-economic background of the community it serves.

The college offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to the varied interests and abilities of its students. Emphasis is placed on academic achievement alongside personal development, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for their future educational paths. The school also provides resources and support for attendance and engagement, aiming to foster a positive learning atmosphere.

Cowley International College places a strong emphasis on community involvement and values the role of parents in the educational process. The school’s website offers information on attendance procedures and other resources, ensuring that families are well-informed and engaged in their children's education.

Key details

LA
St. Helens
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1620
Pupils
1498
Boys
777
Girls
721
FSM %
40.90
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1498 777 721 1620 40.90
2024-09-11 1481 802 679 1620 38.00
2023-09-11 1537 797 740 1620 32.90
2022-09-11 1537 797 740 1620 32.90
2021-09-11 1534 776 758 1620 29.70
2020-09-11 1498 764 734 1620 25.30

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