St Thomas's Centre

URN: 132128 • Blackburn BB1 9TH

Overview

Name
St Thomas's Centre
URN
132128
Type
Pupil referral unit
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
54.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angy Saaiman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254958401
Website
Visit
Address
Hawthorn Street, Blackburn BB1 9TH

Summary

St Thomas's Centre is a pupil referral unit located in Blackburn, serving students aged 5 to 16 who have been referred due to challenges in mainstream education. The school caters to a diverse group of 106 pupils, with a significant percentage (66%) eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting students from various backgrounds. The Centre aims to provide a nurturing environment where students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties can thrive.

The curriculum at St Thomas's Centre is designed to be flexible and responsive to individual needs, promoting both academic success and personal development. The staff are dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere that fosters resilience and ambition among students. The Centre operates across two sites and offers both full-time and part-time education, ensuring that each pupil receives tailored support.

Admissions to St Thomas's Centre are based on referrals from local authorities or mainstream schools, primarily for pupils facing permanent exclusion or those requiring additional support due to medical or behavioural issues. The Centre collaborates closely with families and professionals to facilitate successful reintegration into mainstream education when appropriate.

Key details

LA
Blackburn with Darwen
Age range
5 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
106
Boys
69
Girls
37
FSM %
66.00
Open date
2000-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 106 69 37 66.00
2024-09-11 83 51 32 55.40
2023-09-11 74 52 22 68.50
2022-09-11 74 52 22 68.50
2021-09-11 106 74 32 76.40
2020-09-11 127 91 36 58.30

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