Moorland School Limited
URN: 119820 • Clitheroe BB7 2JA
Overview
- Name
- Moorland School Limited
- URN
- 119820
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 34.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ashleigh McKeown (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01200423833
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ribblesdale Avenue, Clitheroe BB7 2JA
Summary
Moorland School Limited is an independent junior school and nursery located in Clitheroe, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 134 pupils. With a capacity for 279, the school adopts a non-selective admissions policy, enrolling children based on their behaviour to foster a positive learning environment. The school prioritises academic excellence alongside emotional and social development, viewing each student as a unique individual deserving of tailored educational support.
The curriculum at Moorland School is designed to help children reach their full potential, with a focus on identifying individual strengths and learning styles. The school employs hands-on, meaningful learning experiences, such as using Base 10 resources in mathematics, to build confidence and understanding in foundational subjects. Cultural diversity is celebrated, as seen in events like European Languages Day, which encourages students to engage with various cultures.
Moorland School emphasizes a supportive community atmosphere, where respect and warmth are integral to the educational experience. The school aims to prepare students for successful futures by nurturing both their academic abilities and personal growth in a family-like environment.
The curriculum at Moorland School is designed to help children reach their full potential, with a focus on identifying individual strengths and learning styles. The school employs hands-on, meaningful learning experiences, such as using Base 10 resources in mathematics, to build confidence and understanding in foundational subjects. Cultural diversity is celebrated, as seen in events like European Languages Day, which encourages students to engage with various cultures.
Moorland School emphasizes a supportive community atmosphere, where respect and warmth are integral to the educational experience. The school aims to prepare students for successful futures by nurturing both their academic abilities and personal growth in a family-like environment.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (sen)
- Calendar of Events (calendar)
- Calendar of Events (calendar)
- Admissions▼ (other)
- Admissions Enquiry (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Term Dates & Key Information (other)
- Policy Documents & ISI Reports (other)
- Policy Documents & ISI Reports (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Stonyhurst St Mary's Hall (45.2)
- Oakhill School (43.6)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 0 - 18
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 279
- Pupils
- 134
- Boys
- 68
- Girls
- 66
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1952-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 134 | 68 | 66 | 279 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 144 | 89 | 55 | 279 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 163 | 88 | 75 | 279 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 163 | 88 | 75 | 279 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 253 | 126 | 127 | 279 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 169 | 100 | 69 | 279 | 0.00 |
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