Central Lancaster High School

URN: 147260 • Lancaster LA1 3LS

Overview

Name
Central Lancaster High School
URN
147260
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE BAY LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
45.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Colin Malone (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0152432636
Website
Visit
Address
Crag Road, Lancaster LA1 3LS

Summary

Central Lancaster High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Lancaster, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 591 pupils and a capacity of 750. The school prides itself on fostering a close-knit community that emphasizes strong relationships among pupils, staff, and families. With a commitment to inclusion, the school aims to meet the diverse academic, emotional, and pastoral needs of all students, ensuring they are well-prepared for life beyond school.

The curriculum at Central Lancaster High School is designed to promote academic excellence while also encouraging personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on kindness and compassion, teaching pupils to support themselves and one another. Extracurricular activities play a vital role in the school experience, allowing students to engage in various interests, from sports to the arts.

Central Lancaster High School actively collaborates with the local community, nurturing responsible and compassionate young individuals. The ethos of high expectations and unwavering ambition for every pupil underpins the school's mission to empower students to flourish in all aspects of their lives. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or arrange a visit.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE BAY LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
750
Pupils
591
Boys
316
Girls
275
FSM %
45.30
Open date
2019-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 591 316 275 750 45.30
2024-09-11 595 330 265 750 44.40
2023-09-11 571 320 251 750 39.10
2022-09-11 571 320 251 750 39.10
2021-09-11 583 306 277 750 36.30
2020-09-11 555 300 255 900 33.30

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