Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy
URN: 137296 • Leyland PR26 9HH
Overview
- Name
- Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy
- URN
- 137296
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BISHOP RAWSTORNE CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Cowley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772600349
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Highfield Road, Leyland PR26 9HH
Summary
Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy, located in Leyland, Lancashire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 963 students, exceeding its capacity of 930. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education grounded in Christian values, fostering an environment where students can thrive academically and personally. The ethos of the academy emphasizes nurturing relationships, character development, and self-worth, aiming to create a supportive community for all students.
The curriculum at Bishop Rawstorne is designed to be inclusive, catering to students of varying backgrounds and abilities. The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including both sporting and cultural experiences, to enhance students' learning and prepare them for modern life. Academic excellence is a priority, with a focus on ensuring that all pupils are well-prepared for the next stages of their education.
Outstanding pastoral care is a hallmark of Bishop Rawstorne, with dedicated staff providing support for students' welfare and mental health. Each year group is led by a Head of Year, and a student leadership programme encourages personal growth and responsibility. The academy's commitment to its Christian distinctiveness and community service underpins its mission to deliver a well-rounded education for all students.
The curriculum at Bishop Rawstorne is designed to be inclusive, catering to students of varying backgrounds and abilities. The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including both sporting and cultural experiences, to enhance students' learning and prepare them for modern life. Academic excellence is a priority, with a focus on ensuring that all pupils are well-prepared for the next stages of their education.
Outstanding pastoral care is a hallmark of Bishop Rawstorne, with dedicated staff providing support for students' welfare and mental health. Each year group is led by a Head of Year, and a student leadership programme encourages personal growth and responsibility. The academy's commitment to its Christian distinctiveness and community service underpins its mission to deliver a well-rounded education for all students.
Useful links
- Leave of Absence Form (sen)
- Read more (other)
- Click here to learn how to teach with us (other)
- Email (other)
- Teacher Training (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Language College (70.2)
- Balshaw's Church of England High School (62.1)
- St Mary's Catholic High School (61.9)
- Academy@Worden (55.9)
- Worden Sports College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP RAWSTORNE CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 930
- Pupils
- 963
- Boys
- 481
- Girls
- 482
- FSM %
- 8.40
- Open date
- 2011-08-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 963 | 481 | 482 | 930 | 8.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 971 | 490 | 481 | 930 | 7.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 956 | 457 | 499 | 930 | 5.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 956 | 457 | 499 | 930 | 5.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 960 | 447 | 513 | 930 | 5.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 951 | 447 | 504 | 930 | 3.90 |
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