Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School
URN: 138835 • Rossendale BB4 7BJ
Overview
- Name
- Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School
- URN
- 138835
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 39.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Johnstone (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Glen Road, Rossendale BB4 7BJ
Summary
Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School (BRGS) is a mixed secondary academy located in Rossendale, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 1,245 pupils and a capacity of 1,260. Established in 1913, the school has a rich history and is committed to providing high-quality education that nurtures students' academic and personal development. The school embraces its mission of "Nurturing today’s young people, inspiring tomorrow’s leaders," focusing on both academic excellence and the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural growth of its students.
The curriculum at BRGS is designed to challenge students while catering to their individual needs, ensuring that they are set aspirational yet achievable targets. The school promotes a strong culture of high expectations, supported by a dedicated team of pastoral leaders and form tutors who provide guidance and care. Enrichment activities complement the academic programme, allowing students to broaden their skills and experiences.
BRGS is also deeply rooted in its community, encouraging students to be responsible citizens through its core values of Service, Teamwork, Ambition, and Respect. The school actively engages with local initiatives and celebrates its heritage while preparing students for future leadership roles.
The curriculum at BRGS is designed to challenge students while catering to their individual needs, ensuring that they are set aspirational yet achievable targets. The school promotes a strong culture of high expectations, supported by a dedicated team of pastoral leaders and form tutors who provide guidance and care. Enrichment activities complement the academic programme, allowing students to broaden their skills and experiences.
BRGS is also deeply rooted in its community, encouraging students to be responsible citizens through its core values of Service, Teamwork, Ambition, and Respect. The school actively engages with local initiatives and celebrates its heritage while preparing students for future leadership roles.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1260
- Pupils
- 1245
- Boys
- 650
- Girls
- 595
- FSM %
- 6.70
- Open date
- 2012-10-01
- Close date
- 2023-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1245 | 650 | 595 | 1260 | 6.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1245 | 650 | 595 | 1260 | 6.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1291 | 673 | 618 | 1260 | 5.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1291 | 673 | 618 | 1260 | 5.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1320 | 683 | 637 | 1260 | 5.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1294 | 672 | 622 | 1260 | 4.60 |
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