Carr Hill High School
URN: 119744 • Preston PR4 2ST
Overview
- Name
- Carr Hill High School
- URN
- 119744
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 51.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Waller (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Royal Avenue, Preston PR4 2ST
Summary
Carr Hill High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Kirkham, Lancashire, serving approximately 888 students aged 11 to 16. With a capacity for 1,250 pupils, the school is a popular choice for families in the local area and beyond. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, emphasising its core values of Commitment, Aspiration, Resilience, and Respect.
The curriculum at Carr Hill High School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, preparing students for their GCSEs and future pathways. The school has recently celebrated its best-ever GCSE results, reflecting the dedication of both students and staff. In addition to academic achievements, Carr Hill offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and clubs, to enhance students' personal development.
The school is committed to supporting all students, including those with special educational needs and those eligible for free school meals, with 24% of the student body benefiting from this support. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various resources available on the school’s website, ensuring a collaborative approach to education.
The curriculum at Carr Hill High School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, preparing students for their GCSEs and future pathways. The school has recently celebrated its best-ever GCSE results, reflecting the dedication of both students and staff. In addition to academic achievements, Carr Hill offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and clubs, to enhance students' personal development.
The school is committed to supporting all students, including those with special educational needs and those eligible for free school meals, with 24% of the student body benefiting from this support. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various resources available on the school’s website, ensuring a collaborative approach to education.
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Nearby alternatives
- Broughton High School (74.6)
- All Hallows Catholic High School (71.4)
- Eden Boys' School, Preston (69.2)
- Penwortham Girls' High School (67.1)
- Preston Muslim Girls High School (65.5)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1250
- Pupils
- 888
- Boys
- 464
- Girls
- 424
- FSM %
- 24.00
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2024-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 888 | 464 | 424 | 1250 | 24.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 888 | 464 | 424 | 1250 | 24.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 903 | 473 | 430 | 1250 | 23.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 903 | 473 | 430 | 1250 | 23.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 966 | 526 | 440 | 1250 | 18.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1015 | 549 | 466 | 1250 | 15.90 |
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