Darwen Vale High School
URN: 141321 • Darwen BB3 0AL
Overview
- Name
- Darwen Vale High School
- URN
- 141321
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Little (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01254223000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Blackburn Road, Darwen BB3 0AL
Summary
Darwen Vale High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, catering to approximately 1,071 students aged 11 to 16, with an additional sixth form provision through the D6 partnership. The school aims to provide a high-quality education that fosters both academic achievement and personal development, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future.
The school operates with a strong focus on improving educational outcomes, enhancing teaching quality, and promoting high standards of behaviour and life skills. Darwen Vale is committed to creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to excel and contribute positively to their community. The school has a rich history, evolving from the former Darwen Grammar School, and continues to build strong partnerships with local employers in various sectors.
Under the leadership of Executive Principal Jessica Giraud, Darwen Vale has seen significant improvements, recently achieving a 'Good' rating from Ofsted. As the school prepares for a leadership transition, it remains dedicated to maintaining its vision and standards, ensuring a smooth experience for students and staff alike.
The school operates with a strong focus on improving educational outcomes, enhancing teaching quality, and promoting high standards of behaviour and life skills. Darwen Vale is committed to creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to excel and contribute positively to their community. The school has a rich history, evolving from the former Darwen Grammar School, and continues to build strong partnerships with local employers in various sectors.
Under the leadership of Executive Principal Jessica Giraud, Darwen Vale has seen significant improvements, recently achieving a 'Good' rating from Ofsted. As the school prepares for a leadership transition, it remains dedicated to maintaining its vision and standards, ensuring a smooth experience for students and staff alike.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Report Absence (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- School Closure Protocol (download)
- My Child At School (MCAS) Parent Guide (download)
- Bromcom Student Portal Guide (download)
- Overview (download)
- Safeguarding Team (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (46.7)
- Darwen Moorland High School (45.2)
- Darwen Vale High School (45.2)
- Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio (42.4)
Key details
- LA
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 1071
- Boys
- 572
- Girls
- 499
- FSM %
- 31.40
- Open date
- 2014-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-31
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1071 | 572 | 499 | 1200 | 31.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1078 | 569 | 509 | 1200 | 29.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 944 | 496 | 448 | 1200 | 30.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 944 | 496 | 448 | 1200 | 30.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 916 | 469 | 447 | 1200 | 29.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 831 | 433 | 398 | 1200 | 27.90 |
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