Crosshill Special School
URN: 146899 • Darwen BB3 1HZ
Overview
- Name
- Crosshill Special School
- URN
- 146899
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- OAK LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicola Pemberton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01254667713
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Salisbury Road, Darwen BB3 1HZ
Summary
Crosshill Special School, located in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, is an academy special converter catering to a diverse student body of 175 pupils, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan. The school operates with a clear vision of "Prepare and Flourish," aiming to support students in achieving their potential regardless of their starting points. The ethos is centred on inclusion and the commitment to overcoming barriers to learning, ensuring that all students can thrive in a nurturing environment.
The curriculum at Crosshill is highly personalised, combining creative and ambitious educational pathways with expert teaching and pastoral care. Students are provided with various opportunities to engage in community activities, such as running a market stall, operating a food bank, and participating in sports tournaments, which help them develop essential life skills.
Crosshill is part of the Oak Learning Partnership, which emphasises inclusion and improving life chances for all children. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a supportive atmosphere where students can flourish academically and socially, preparing them for fulfilled lives as young adults.
The curriculum at Crosshill is highly personalised, combining creative and ambitious educational pathways with expert teaching and pastoral care. Students are provided with various opportunities to engage in community activities, such as running a market stall, operating a food bank, and participating in sports tournaments, which help them develop essential life skills.
Crosshill is part of the Oak Learning Partnership, which emphasises inclusion and improving life chances for all children. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a supportive atmosphere where students can flourish academically and socially, preparing them for fulfilled lives as young adults.
Useful links
- www.crosshillblackburn.co.uk (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Darwen School (45.2)
- The Sunnyhurst Centre (45.2)
- Tullyallan Special School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Age range
- 5 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- OAK LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 170
- Pupils
- 175
- Boys
- 111
- Girls
- 64
- FSM %
- 48.40
- Open date
- 2019-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 175 | 111 | 64 | 170 | 48.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 134 | 81 | 53 | 92 | 43.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 81 | 49 | 32 | 92 | 35.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 81 | 49 | 32 | 92 | 35.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 69 | 37 | 32 | 80 | 39.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 71 | 41 | 30 | 77 | 30.60 |
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