Ridgewood Community High School

URN: 135013 • Burnley BB10 2AT

Overview

Name
Ridgewood Community High School
URN
135013
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ian Carden (since 2025)
Telephone
01282953653
Website
Visit
Address
Eastern Avenue, Burnley BB10 2AT

Summary

Ridgewood Community High School is a community special school located in Burnley, Lancashire, catering to a diverse group of 190 mixed-gender students with special educational needs and disabilities. The school prioritises building strong relationships with parents, students, and the local community to enhance the educational experience and foster a supportive learning environment.

The school is equipped with modern facilities, including specialist rooms for multi-sensory learning, music, drama, art, technology, and ICT. These resources are designed to accommodate the unique talents and abilities of each student, ensuring that their individual needs are met. The fully accessible spaces both inside and outside the classroom further support the development of students.

Ridgewood Community High School is committed to providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially. The dedicated team of specialist staff works collaboratively with families to promote the well-being and success of every student, reinforcing the school's mission to inspire today and achieve tomorrow.

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Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
190
Boys
134
Girls
56
FSM %
62.50
Open date
2005-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 190 134 56 62.50
2024-09-11 186 131 55 62.00
2023-09-11 163 115 48 54.80
2022-09-11 163 115 48 54.80
2021-09-11 168 118 50 56.20
2020-09-11 152 106 46 50.00

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