Holly Grove School

URN: 135014 • Burnley BB10 1JD

Overview

Name
Holly Grove School
URN
135014
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
68.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Karen Alty (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01282953710
Website
Visit
Address
Burnley Campus, Barden Lane, Burnley BB10 1JD

Summary

Holly Grove School is a community special school located in Burnley, Lancashire, catering to 137 pupils with a range of learning difficulties, including moderate and severe learning difficulties, complex needs, and autism. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education within a supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring that each child is valued as an individual. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its mission statement, "Together we Learn, Together we Achieve," which is reflected in their 10 Golden Rules.

The curriculum at Holly Grove is ambitious and engaging, designed to meet the varied needs of its pupils. The school benefits from state-of-the-art facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, sensory studio, and soft play room, which enhance the learning experience. Additionally, an experienced multi-agency team of therapists provides essential support to help students flourish.

According to the latest Ofsted report from June 2023, Holly Grove School is characterised by strong, positive relationships between staff, pupils, and parents, creating a happy and safe environment. The school leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement, ensuring that all pupils receive the necessary support to thrive.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
137
Boys
90
Girls
47
FSM %
38.00
Open date
2005-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 137 90 47 38.00
2024-09-11 121 82 39 35.50
2023-09-11 119 91 28 36.10
2022-09-11 119 91 28 36.10
2021-09-11 112 91 21 41.10
2020-09-11 113 95 18 44.20

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