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
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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.

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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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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