Marsden Heights Community College
URN: 146276 • Nelson BB9 0PR
Overview
- Name
- Marsden Heights Community College
- URN
- 146276
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Delve (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01282683060
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Edge End Lane, Nelson BB9 0PR
Summary
Marsden Heights Community College is a mixed secondary academy located in Nelson, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 1,048 pupils and a capacity of 1,050. The college is part of the United Learning group and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. With 32% of students eligible for free school meals, the college prioritises equity and access to quality education for all its pupils.
The college's ethos revolves around fostering a sense of community and belonging, with initiatives such as the "School of Sanctuary" aimed at supporting vulnerable students. Marsden Heights offers a diverse curriculum designed to cater to the varied interests and abilities of its students, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future pathways.
Parents can find detailed information about the college's results, governance, and key staff on the school's website. The college also provides resources for pupil and catch-up premiums, demonstrating its commitment to supporting all learners in achieving their potential.
The college's ethos revolves around fostering a sense of community and belonging, with initiatives such as the "School of Sanctuary" aimed at supporting vulnerable students. Marsden Heights offers a diverse curriculum designed to cater to the varied interests and abilities of its students, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future pathways.
Parents can find detailed information about the college's results, governance, and key staff on the school's website. The college also provides resources for pupil and catch-up premiums, demonstrating its commitment to supporting all learners in achieving their potential.
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Nearby alternatives
- Pendle Vale College (59.6)
- Marsden Heights Community College (54.3)
- Brierfield Mansfield High School (45.2)
- Nelson Edge End High School (45.2)
- Nelson Walton High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 1048
- Boys
- 551
- Girls
- 497
- FSM %
- 32.00
- Open date
- 2020-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1048 | 551 | 497 | 1050 | 32.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1037 | 541 | 496 | 1050 | 27.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1048 | 567 | 481 | 1050 | 20.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1048 | 567 | 481 | 1050 | 20.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1052 | 563 | 489 | 1050 | 19.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1050 |
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