Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School
URN: 119784 • Preston PR5 6PB
Overview
- Name
- Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School
- URN
- 119784
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicola Oddie (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772339813
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, Preston PR5 6PB
Summary
Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in Preston, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 760 pupils and a capacity of 800. The school is committed to its Catholic ethos, encapsulated in its mission to "Let your light shine," which emphasizes the importance of nurturing each student's unique talents and fostering their personal growth. The school environment is designed to be safe and supportive, encouraging pupils to express themselves and build strong relationships based on mutual respect.
The curriculum at Brownedge St Mary's is delivered by subject specialists who aim to inspire and engage students in their learning journey. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that each pupil is known and valued. The house system promotes mentorship among students, allowing older pupils to support younger ones, reinforcing the school's family-oriented values.
In addition to academic excellence, Brownedge St Mary's offers a rich array of extracurricular activities that enhance the overall educational experience. The dedicated staff strive to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for their future, both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Brownedge St Mary's is delivered by subject specialists who aim to inspire and engage students in their learning journey. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that each pupil is known and valued. The house system promotes mentorship among students, allowing older pupils to support younger ones, reinforcing the school's family-oriented values.
In addition to academic excellence, Brownedge St Mary's offers a rich array of extracurricular activities that enhance the overall educational experience. The dedicated staff strive to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for their future, both academically and personally.
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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
- 800
- Pupils
- 760
- Boys
- 378
- Girls
- 382
- FSM %
- 22.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 760 | 378 | 382 | 800 | 22.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 742 | 382 | 360 | 800 | 24.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 758 | 380 | 378 | 800 | 24.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 758 | 380 | 378 | 800 | 24.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 743 | 357 | 386 | 800 | 21.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 732 | 361 | 371 | 800 | 18.30 |
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