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Crosshill Special School
Salisbury Road, Darwen, BB3 1HZ, Blackburn with Darwen
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
90.8 / 100
Top 9%
Better than 91% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
175
Capacity
185
Ages
5–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
95%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a high LocaleIQ score of 90.8, this school stands out for its quality of education and overall environment, outperforming 91% of schools. It caters to a diverse age range of 5-18 years, serving 175 pupils, which allows for tailored support and learning experiences. While specific academic progress data is limited, the positive Ofsted assessment reflects a commitment to fostering student development and well-being.
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Last inspected: 23 November 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Good
Pupil Ethnicity
White British54.3%
Asian Pakistani17.7%
Asian Indian6.9%
White Other5.7%
Asian Other4.0%
Black African3.4%
Mixed Other2.9%
Asian Bangladeshi1.7%
Other1.1%
Mixed W+Asian0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.6%
White Irish0.6%
Location
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53.70291, -2.48196 · BB3 1HZ
School details
Local authorityBlackburn with Darwen
RegionNorth West
URN146899
School typeAcademy special converter
Websitewww.crosshillblackburn.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Crosshill Special School rated by Ofsted?
Crosshill Special School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 November 2021.
Is Crosshill Special School a good school?
Crosshill Special School scores 90.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 9% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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