Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn
98%
Capacity
795
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn
Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 795 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 810 places).
Ofsted has rated Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn "Good", the school is led by headteacher Xavier Bowers, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.38 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 42.5. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 679th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 6 in Hyndburn.
Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn is a popular choice with families — it received 360 applications for 152 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 151 were first-preference applications.
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 Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn include Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, Music Rooms, Theatre, Sixth Form Centre, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Basketball, Cross Country and 4 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Newspaper, Choir, DofE and 3 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.3%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Hyndburn, Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Wordsworth Road, Accrington, Hyndburn, BB5 0LU |
| Headteacher | Xavier Bowers |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 795 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.3% |
| School Capacity | 795 / 810 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.38)
679th of 3,141
Nationally
71st of 445
In North West
1st of 6
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more 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.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed152
360
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
151 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn
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Understanding Progress 8
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Understanding School Catchment Areas
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Contact Information
Wordsworth Road, Accrington
Hyndburn, BB5 0LU
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