The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Good by Ofsted (2007).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 55.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2007
- This is a Roman Catholic school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
55.1
11.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
59%
17.0pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
41%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
19% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 0–16
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Roman Catholic
Numbers
- Pupils
- 299
- Capacity
- 93%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Head
- Mrs Jane Buttery (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Wiswell Lane, Lancashire, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9AF
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Oakhill School a selective school?
No. Oakhill School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Oakhill School's Ofsted rating?
Oakhill School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in May 2007. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Oakhill School?
Oakhill School currently has 299 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Oakhill School take?
Oakhill School caters for pupils aged 0 to 16.
Where is Oakhill School?
Oakhill School is in Clitheroe, BB7 9AF, in the Lancashire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Oakhill School have a sixth form?
No, Oakhill School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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