St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn — Secondary School in Blackburn

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St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn

Blackburn, BB2 4SR

1,043 Pupils

1,050 Capacity

11–16 Age Range

18.70% FSM %

524 Boys

519 Girls

About St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn

St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, in the North West region of England for pupils aged 11–16 with a Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 1,043 pupils on roll. School capacity: 1,050. Current headteacher: Daniel Milton.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Secondary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Blackburn with Darwen
Region	North West
Administrative District	Blackburn with Darwen
Parliamentary Constituency	Blackburn
Ward	Mill Hill & Moorgate
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Non-selective
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10017763
URN	119793
Data Last Updated	22-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Paul Crewe	Chair of Governors	01/09/2024	01/09/2028	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Helen Arrowsmith	Governor	01/09/2024	31/08/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Stuart Davey	Governor	31/10/2019	29/10/2025	Elected by parents
Mr Francis Davis	Governor	08/04/2025	07/04/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Helen Earnshaw	Governor	18/11/2025	17/11/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Christopher Hesketh	Governor	09/12/2021	08/12/2027	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Miss Sadie Nickson	Governor	17/09/2025	17/09/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Anna Nuttall	Governor	09/09/2022	08/09/2026	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Adam Pierce	Governor	22/09/2025	21/09/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Caroline Richens	Governor	08/12/2020	07/12/2026	Elected by parents
Mr George Smalley	Governor	01/09/2024	31/08/2026	Elected by school staff
Mrs Clare Wilkinson	Governor	03/10/2022	02/10/2026	Foundation/sponsor members

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1.26 km • Blackburn

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn?

St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen.

How many pupils does St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn have?

St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn has 1,043 pupils, with a capacity of 1,050.

What is the age range at St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn?

St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn caters for pupils aged 11 to 16.

What is the admissions policy at St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn?

The admissions policy at St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn is: Non-selective.

Is St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn a faith school?

Yes, St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn?

The Headteacher at St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn is Mr Daniel Milton.

Where is St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn located?

St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn is at Green Lane, Blackburn, BB2 4SR, in the Blackburn with Darwen local authority, North West.

Does St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn currently open?

St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Daniel Milton

Green Lane, Blackburn, BB2 4SR

01254202519

www.stbedesblackburn.com

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 119793

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026