Southlands High School
URN: 119738 • Chorley PR7 2NJ
Overview
- Name
- Southlands High School
- URN
- 119738
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Fowle (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Clover Road, Chorley PR7 2NJ
Summary
Southlands High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Chorley, Lancashire, with a current enrollment of 779 students and a capacity of 1,050. The school prides itself on fostering a vibrant and energetic learning environment where students are encouraged to develop academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to be rich and engaging, equipping students with essential knowledge and skills for their future.
The school emphasizes a "Qualifications Plus" approach, which not only focuses on academic achievement but also on character development through various enrichment and personal development programmes. This holistic approach aims to challenge students to reach their full potential while preparing them for life beyond school.
Southlands High School is committed to building a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement, and providing support for all students. The school regularly hosts events such as open evenings and information sessions to engage with parents and keep them informed about their children's education and school activities.
The school emphasizes a "Qualifications Plus" approach, which not only focuses on academic achievement but also on character development through various enrichment and personal development programmes. This holistic approach aims to challenge students to reach their full potential while preparing them for life beyond school.
Southlands High School is committed to building a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement, and providing support for all students. The school regularly hosts events such as open evenings and information sessions to engage with parents and keep them informed about their children's education and school activities.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Michael's Church of England High School (70.2)
- St Michael's Church of England High School (61.9)
- Holy Cross Catholic High School (59.5)
- Albany Academy (59.0)
- Parklands High School (57.0)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 779
- Boys
- 380
- Girls
- 395
- FSM %
- 15.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-06-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 779 | 380 | 395 | 1050 | 15.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 779 | 380 | 395 | 1050 | 15.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 779 | 380 | 395 | 1050 | 15.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 779 | 380 | 395 | 1050 | 15.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 779 | 380 | 395 | 1050 | 15.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 779 | 380 | 395 | 1050 | 15.10 |
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