St Bede's Catholic High School, Lytham
URN: 119788 • Lytham St Annes FY8 4JL
Overview
- Name
- St Bede's Catholic High School, Lytham
- URN
- 119788
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 77.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Marsden (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01253737174
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Talbot Road, Lytham St Annes FY8 4JL
Summary
St Bede's Catholic High School, located in Lytham St Annes, is a voluntary aided Roman Catholic secondary school serving students aged 11 to 16. Established in 1961, the school is guided by the Diocese of Lancaster and emphasizes a strong Catholic ethos, which is central to its mission and daily operations. The school community fosters a caring environment where students are encouraged to develop morally, intellectually, and spiritually.
The curriculum at St Bede's is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, promoting high standards and preparing students for life in modern Britain. The school operates a three-year Key Stage 3 curriculum, ensuring continuity and coherence in learning while reflecting its commitment to Gospel values.
With a current enrollment of 829 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 825, St Bede's prides itself on creating a supportive atmosphere where high expectations for behaviour and respect are maintained. The school actively encourages parental engagement and welcomes visits to showcase its vibrant community.
The curriculum at St Bede's is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, promoting high standards and preparing students for life in modern Britain. The school operates a three-year Key Stage 3 curriculum, ensuring continuity and coherence in learning while reflecting its commitment to Gospel values.
With a current enrollment of 829 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 825, St Bede's prides itself on creating a supportive atmosphere where high expectations for behaviour and respect are maintained. The school actively encourages parental engagement and welcomes visits to showcase its vibrant community.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 825
- Pupils
- 829
- Boys
- 413
- Girls
- 416
- FSM %
- 13.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 829 | 413 | 416 | 825 | 13.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 824 | 400 | 424 | 825 | 13.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 822 | 420 | 402 | 825 | 11.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 822 | 420 | 402 | 825 | 11.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 818 | 409 | 409 | 825 | 10.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 816 | 392 | 424 | 825 | 8.80 |
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