Crosshill Special School

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Performance Score

Overall school rating

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome

75.0

/ 100 normalized

Weight: 100.0%

Raw: Good

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good

Overall effectiveness: Good
Last inspected: 23 November 2021
Previous grade: Good
Quality of education: Good
Behaviour & attitudes: Outstanding
Personal development: Outstanding
Leadership & management: Good
Safeguarding: Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS

Address: Salisbury Road

Darwen, BB31HZ
Phone: 1254667713
Website: crosshillblackburn.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 146899
Type: Academy special converter
Phase: Special
Address: Salisbury Road, Darwen, BB3 1HZ
Website: www.crosshillblackburn.co.uk
Age range: 5-18
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Does not apply
School status: Open
Trust/MAT: OAK LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity: 185 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: Yes
Nursery: No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 134
Free School Meals: 47.1% (63 pupils)
Special Educational Needs: 100.0% (134 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate: 92.4%; Good
Persistent Absence: 25.2%; Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 5 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 10; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 134 pupils; 5-18

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Prepare and Flourish"

Holistic provision Empowering pupils to reach their full potential Promoting wellbeing, confidence and self-esteem Encouraging meaningful participation in society Supporting aspirational outcomes Safe and nurturing environment Family and community

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Nicola Pemberton states Crosshill is committed to providing outstanding opportunities for all students to become the best they can be.

Curriculum Highlights

Three personalised pathways: Inspire, Explore and Discover Curriculum themes: Core, Creative, Wellbeing and Life and Living Skills Post-16 curriculum includes Education and Employment, Community Cohesion, Independent Living and Wellbeing Six main outcomes: Know themselves; Possess functional skills; Be independent; Be good communicators; Be curious learners; Be prepared for adulthood

SEND Provision

All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP); admissions arrangements are determined by Blackburn with Darwen Council.

Admissions Criteria

All students must have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP); admissions are managed by Blackburn with Darwen Council.