Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy
38%
Capacity
363
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy
Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England/Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 363 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (38% of 950 places).
Ofsted has rated Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Alicia Freeman, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -1.37 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 27.3. Additionally, ranked 3090th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 7 in Halton.
Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 44 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 56% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy include Swimming Pool, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Astro Turf, Library, Tennis Courts, Dining Hall, Theatre, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sixth Form Centre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rugby, Rounders and 4 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Young Enterprise, Gardening and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.0%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Halton, Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy 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 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England/Roman Catholic |
| Address | Grangeway, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 5YH |
| Headteacher | Alicia Freeman |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 363 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.0% |
| School Capacity | 363 / 950 (38% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-1.37)
3090th of 3,141
Nationally
434th of 445
In North West
7th of 7
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly 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.
Ofsted Parent View
16 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy
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
Grangeway, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 5YH
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