Longridge High School
URN: 119749 • Preston PR3 3AR
Overview
- Name
- Longridge High School
- URN
- 119749
- 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
- 50.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jane Green (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Preston Road, Preston PR3 3AR
Summary
Longridge High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Preston, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 801 pupils and a capacity of 859. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by its ethos of "Excellence and ambition, from all, for all." This philosophy underpins the school's dedication to helping every student achieve their full potential academically and personally.
The curriculum at Longridge High School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to engage in various subjects and extracurricular activities. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of mental health, online safety, and career readiness, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future pathways. Regular events, such as sports awards and performing arts showcases, highlight the achievements of students and promote a sense of community.
Longridge High School values collaboration with families to support students throughout their educational journey. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for visits to experience its positive atmosphere. With a focus on academic excellence and personal development, Longridge High School aims to nurture responsible young adults ready to thrive in their post-16 education and beyond.
The curriculum at Longridge High School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to engage in various subjects and extracurricular activities. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of mental health, online safety, and career readiness, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future pathways. Regular events, such as sports awards and performing arts showcases, highlight the achievements of students and promote a sense of community.
Longridge High School values collaboration with families to support students throughout their educational journey. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for visits to experience its positive atmosphere. With a focus on academic excellence and personal development, Longridge High School aims to nurture responsible young adults ready to thrive in their post-16 education and beyond.
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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
- 859
- Pupils
- 801
- Boys
- 407
- Girls
- 394
- FSM %
- 25.60
- Open date
- Close date
- 2023-09-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 801 | 407 | 394 | 859 | 25.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 801 | 407 | 394 | 859 | 25.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 800 | 407 | 393 | 859 | 21.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 800 | 407 | 393 | 859 | 21.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 783 | 394 | 389 | 859 | 17.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 766 | 392 | 374 | 825 | 15.20 |
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