Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio
URN: 139924 • Darwen BB3 1AF
Overview
- Name
- Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio
- URN
- 139924
- Type
- Studio schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 42.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julie Green (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01254819567
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Police Street, Darwen BB3 1AF
Summary
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio is a mixed secondary school located in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, catering to students aged 14-19. As part of the Aldridge Education Multi-Academy Trust, the school focuses on providing a supportive environment for young people of all abilities, with a current enrolment of 264 pupils against a capacity of 300. The school emphasises employability skills and community engagement, partnering with local businesses to enhance students' learning experiences.
The curriculum at Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio includes core GCSE subjects such as English, Maths, and Sciences, alongside specialised pathways in Creative Digital Media, Technical Digital Media, and Care sector studies. Students can also pursue BTECs, A Levels, and T Levels, allowing for a balanced educational experience tailored to individual interests and career aspirations.
The school is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment, with dedicated support for safeguarding concerns. Parents and guardians can reach out for assistance via the school's contact information, ensuring a collaborative approach to student welfare and success.
The curriculum at Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio includes core GCSE subjects such as English, Maths, and Sciences, alongside specialised pathways in Creative Digital Media, Technical Digital Media, and Care sector studies. Students can also pursue BTECs, A Levels, and T Levels, allowing for a balanced educational experience tailored to individual interests and career aspirations.
The school is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment, with dedicated support for safeguarding concerns. Parents and guardians can reach out for assistance via the school's contact information, ensuring a collaborative approach to student welfare and success.
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Nearby alternatives
- Darwen Vale High School (60.5)
- Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (46.7)
- Darwen Moorland High School (45.2)
- Darwen Vale High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Age range
- 13 - 19
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 264
- Boys
- 95
- Girls
- 169
- FSM %
- 42.90
- Open date
- 2013-09-02
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 264 | 95 | 169 | 300 | 42.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 268 | 87 | 181 | 300 | 38.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 262 | 108 | 154 | 300 | 44.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 262 | 108 | 154 | 300 | 44.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 224 | 102 | 122 | 300 | 50.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 210 | 102 | 108 | 300 | 40.30 |
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