Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School
101%
Capacity
1,293
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School
Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,293 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 1,280 places).
Ofsted has rated Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Jones, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.26 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 45.5. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, ranked 2142nd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 6 in Hyndburn.
Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School is a popular choice with families — it received 771 applications for 192 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 196 were first-preference applications.
Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School include Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Library, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Orchestra, Model UN, DofE, Gardening and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is below the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Hyndburn, Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Queen's Road West, Accrington, Hyndburn, BB5 4AY |
| Headteacher | Richard Jones |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 1,293 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 1,293 / 1,280 (101% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.26)
2142nd of 3,141
Nationally
264th of 445
In North West
3rd of 6
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
37.7
'22/23
33.4
'23/24
31.6
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed192
771
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
196 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Queen's Road West, Accrington
Hyndburn, BB5 4AY
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