FavSchools
School profile

Holy Cross Catholic High School

SecondaryData as of May 2026
Holy Cross Catholic High School logo

Holy Cross Catholic High School

Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS

Voluntary aided school · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Feb 2014

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

54.9school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

Explore results and trends

Before you apply

Confirm entry-year admission rules, places and selection requirements with the school or local authority.

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
54.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
35.6%
Basics 9-5
66.7%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

54.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
View data by year
Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2352.346.4
2023/2456.946.4
2024/2554.946.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
View data by year
Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.340.00
2023/24+0.750.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
37.0%
EBacc APS
4.92
EBacc 9-5
24.0%
EBacc 9-4
29.7%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Location & Area

Explore the neighbourhood around the school

Data shown for guidance only · confirm details with the school before applying

Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Westmorland School
0.61 km away · Other independent special school
Shaftesbury High School
0.64 km away · Pupil referral unit
Good
Mayfield School
0.69 km away · Community special school
Good
Albany Academy
0.94 km away · Academy converter
Good
Southlands High School
1.33 km away · Academy converter
Requires improvement

Most parents compare a few schools before deciding. Put this school side by side with nearby alternatives — available results, intake and location in one view.

Open compare tool

About Holy Cross Catholic High School

Holy Cross Catholic High School is a secondary school in Chorley, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2014 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 54.9. The school has around 977 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Explore on mapLeague tablesCompare schools

Location: Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Holy Cross Catholic High School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Sept 2022 — School remains Good
  2. Feb 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Holy Cross Catholic High School

Other open schools within 15 km, matched to this school's phase where known.

Frequently asked questions about Holy Cross Catholic High School

What is Holy Cross Catholic High School's Ofsted rating?
Holy Cross Catholic High School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2014 inspection.
What are Holy Cross Catholic High School's latest exam results?
Holy Cross Catholic High School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 54.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Holy Cross Catholic High School located?
Holy Cross Catholic High School is a secondary school in Chorley, Lancashire (PR7 3LS).
How many pupils attend Holy Cross Catholic High School?
Holy Cross Catholic High School has around 977 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Holy Cross Catholic High School with other schools?
View Holy Cross Catholic High School's full profile on FavSchools for available results and school details, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Lancashire.