St Benedict's Catholic High School

URN: 112398 • Whitehaven CA28 8UG

Overview

Name
St Benedict's Catholic High School
URN
112398
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Jackson (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01946692275
Website
Visit
Address
Red Lonning, Whitehaven CA28 8UG

Summary

St Benedict's Catholic High School is a voluntary aided co-educational secondary school located on the edge of Whitehaven, serving students aged 11 to 19. The school is deeply rooted in Catholic values, aiming to foster a supportive and inclusive environment for all pupils. With a current enrollment of 992 students and a capacity of 1,398, St Benedict’s is committed to providing a comprehensive education that emphasizes personal development alongside academic achievement.

The curriculum at St Benedict's is designed to cater to a wide range of interests and abilities, offering a variety of subjects and extracurricular activities. The school places a strong emphasis on character development, health education, and career guidance, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their futures. Additionally, the school has established a collaborative relationship with Mayfield Special School, enhancing the educational experience for all students on the Campus Whitehaven site.

St Benedict's actively engages with the local community, serving the parishes of St Begh’s, St Joseph’s, and others in the area. The school promotes a sense of belonging and encourages parental involvement through regular communication and events, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1398
Pupils
992
Boys
493
Girls
499
FSM %
30.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-12-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 992 493 499 1398 30.10
2024-09-11 1039 510 529 1398 27.40
2023-09-11 1100 539 561 1398 22.70
2022-09-11 1100 539 561 1398 22.70
2021-09-11 1119 555 564 1398 19.80
2020-09-11 1109 534 575 1398 17.20

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