Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn
Accrington, BB5 0LU · Lancashire · secondary school
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43rd of 82 secondary schools in Lancashire we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.4/10 against 643 of them, against 4.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 20 | 35% | 0.71 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 35.9 · 27 | 30% | 0.81 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.38 · 78 | 25% | 1.95 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 43.5 · 36 | 10% | 0.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.5% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 42.7, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.38 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally starting from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in November 2025 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 801 pupils against a stated capacity of 810. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to close the gap between their Attainment 8 score and the national median? What specific support is available for students aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How does the new Ofsted framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders and governors prioritise pupils’ best interests, fostering a strong sense of belonging and high aspirations. While inclusion and personal development are rated at a 'strong standard', other key areas including achievement, attendance, and curriculum are judged to meet the 'expected standard'.
Strengths
- The school’s inclusive culture is a 'real strength', with robust systems to identify needs and 'highly positive relationships' that help vulnerable pupils thrive.
- Personal development is 'woven through all aspects of school life', offering extensive enrichment opportunities and helping pupils understand 'fundamental British values'.
- Disadvantaged pupils make 'above-average progress' from their starting points, reflecting the school’s 'highly effective approach' to supporting them.
- Staff create a 'safe haven' where bullying is rare, and pupils behave respectfully, adhering to rules 'without being asked'.
- Leaders have designed 'carefully crafted' subject curriculums, and teachers use effective strategies to make learning accessible to all.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should strengthen their work to secure regular attendance for pupils who 'persistently miss out on their education', as oversight of this group is not thorough enough.
- Leaders should ensure assessment strategies are 'closely aligned with the knowledge in the curriculum across all subjects' to help teachers identify and address gaps in understanding more consistently.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an 'open culture' where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils 'feel safe'.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 42.5 |
| 2024/25 | 42.7 |
| 2025/26 | 43.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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