Blackburn Central High School
URN: 146936 • Blackburn BB2 3HJ
Overview
- Name
- Blackburn Central High School
- URN
- 146936
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- OAK LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shanaz Hussain (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01254505700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Haslingden Road, Blackburn BB2 3HJ
Summary
Blackburn Central High School (BCHS) is a mixed secondary academy located in Blackburn, serving approximately 984 students with a capacity of 900. The school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment, recognised by the Department for Education for its effective educational practices. BCHS aims to foster both academic and personal development, encouraging students to aspire to their highest potential.
The school promotes a culture of respect and tolerance, aligning with fundamental British values. It prioritises the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural growth of its students, preparing them to be active and responsible members of a diverse community. BCHS actively engages with local charities and encourages student participation in community initiatives.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs Shanaz Hussain, BCHS emphasizes strong relationships between staff and students, which are essential for inspiring learning. Parents and carers are invited to experience the school's vibrant community through open evenings or by scheduling visits. For further information, contact the school directly via phone or email.
The school promotes a culture of respect and tolerance, aligning with fundamental British values. It prioritises the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural growth of its students, preparing them to be active and responsible members of a diverse community. BCHS actively engages with local charities and encourages student participation in community initiatives.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs Shanaz Hussain, BCHS emphasizes strong relationships between staff and students, which are essential for inspiring learning. Parents and carers are invited to experience the school's vibrant community through open evenings or by scheduling visits. For further information, contact the school directly via phone or email.
Useful links
- www.bchs.co.uk (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- OAK LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 984
- Boys
- 526
- Girls
- 458
- FSM %
- 39.30
- Open date
- 2019-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 984 | 526 | 458 | 900 | 39.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 960 | 511 | 449 | 900 | 37.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 900 | 465 | 435 | 900 | 33.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 900 | 465 | 435 | 900 | 33.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 908 | 458 | 450 | 900 | 29.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 906 | 437 | 469 | 900 | 27.80 |
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