Our Lady's Catholic College

URN: 119798 • Lancaster LA1 2RX

Overview

Name
Our Lady's Catholic College
URN
119798
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
47.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Seddon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0152466689
Website
Visit
Address
Morecambe Road, Lancaster LA1 2RX

Summary

Our Lady's Catholic College is a voluntary aided secondary school located in Lancaster, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 999 pupils and a capacity of 1,148. The school prides itself on its Catholic ethos, guided by the teachings of Christ and the Gospel values of compassion, justice, and hope. The community is diverse, welcoming students of various faiths and backgrounds, and has been recognised as a Lancashire School of Sanctuary for its commitment to inclusivity and support for all students.

The curriculum at Our Lady's is designed to encourage academic achievement while fostering personal growth and social responsibility. The school promotes the idea of aspiring to be more, urging students to develop their talents and reach out to those in need. This holistic approach aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also for active, compassionate citizenship.

Parents interested in learning more about the school are encouraged to schedule a visit to experience the vibrant community and observe the dedicated teaching staff in action. For further information or to arrange a tour, parents can contact the school directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1148
Pupils
999
Boys
509
Girls
490
FSM %
39.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 999 509 490 1148 39.80
2024-09-11 1012 515 497 1148 38.30
2023-09-11 1003 482 521 1148 38.00
2022-09-11 1003 482 521 1145 38.00
2021-09-11 955 457 498 1145 37.00
2020-09-11 884 400 484 1145 33.90

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