Pleckgate High School

URN: 142088 • Blackburn BB1 8QA

Overview

Name
Pleckgate High School
URN
142088
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
73.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
A McGinty (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254249134
Website
Visit
Address
Pleckgate Road, Blackburn BB1 8QA

Summary

Pleckgate High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Blackburn, Lancashire, with a current enrollment of 1,354 students, slightly above its capacity of 1,350. The school operates under the Education Partnership Trust and is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to aspire, believe, act, and succeed.

The curriculum at Pleckgate High School is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a focus on academic excellence and personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, STEM initiatives, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.

Pleckgate also prioritises student wellbeing and support, providing resources for mental health, online safety, and personal development. The school actively engages with the local community, hosting events and managing its own facilities for public use, thereby strengthening its ties with families and local organisations. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Blackburn with Darwen
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Capacity
1350
Pupils
1354
Boys
739
Girls
615
FSM %
23.30
Open date
2016-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1354 739 615 1350 23.30
2024-09-11 1350 708 642 1350 23.40
2023-09-11 1298 635 663 1350 21.90
2022-09-11 1298 635 663 1350 21.90
2021-09-11 1230 602 628 1350 20.80
2020-09-11 1157 577 580 1350 19.90

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