The short version
Average GCSE results.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 44.1 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Christian school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
44.1
0.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.02
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
7% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Christian
Numbers
- Pupils
- 731
- Capacity
- 54%
Governance
- Local authority
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Head
- Mr Paul Taylor (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Wilmar Lodge, Meins Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 6QU
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWensley Fold CofE Primary Academy
Primary · 1.6km away
St Silas's CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Witton Park Academy
Secondary · 1.8km away
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
Primary · 1.8km away
Mellor St Mary Church of England Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Griffin Park Primary School
Primary · 2.3km away
Queen Elizabeth's Primary School
Primary · 2.3km away
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
Secondary · 2.3km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Westholme School?
Westholme School currently has 731 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Westholme School take?
Westholme School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18.
Where is Westholme School?
Westholme School is in Blackburn, BB2 6QU, in the Blackburn with Darwen local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Westholme School have a sixth form?
Yes, Westholme School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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