Special schoolData as of May 2026

Crosshill Special School

Salisbury Road, Darwen, BB3 1HZ

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Pupils

175

Ages

5-18

FSM

48.4%

Capacity

185

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

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RWM Combined

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

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9-7 Grades

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Basics 9-5

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Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

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Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Crosshill Special School

Crosshill Special School is a secondary school in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). The school has around 175 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Salisbury Road, Darwen, BB3 1HZ | More schools in Blackburn with Darwen

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Crosshill Special School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2021 — Good
Jul 2014 — Good (predecessor: Crosshill Special School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Crosshill Special School

What is Crosshill Special School's Ofsted rating?

Crosshill Special School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

Where is Crosshill Special School located?

Crosshill Special School is a secondary school in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen (BB3 1HZ).

How many pupils attend Crosshill Special School?

Crosshill Special School has around 175 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Crosshill Special School with other schools?

View Crosshill Special School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Blackburn with Darwen.