Best 3 Not applicable schools in Lancashire – comparison

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Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

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To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School (Not applicable) in Rossendale; Bleasdale School (Not applicable) in Carnforth; Green Fold School (Not applicable) in Bolton — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School, Bleasdale School and Green Fold School. They are not applicable phase and community special school type located around Rossendale, Lancashire, Carnforth, Lancashire and Bolton, Lancashire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 350, typical FSM 40–45%, range 40–45%–45–50%; across local authorities including Lancashire and Bolton.

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Attribute	Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School BB4 6RX	Bleasdale School LA5 0RG	Green Fold School BL4 0NS
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Community special school
Location	Rossendale Lancashire BB4 6RX	Carnforth Lancashire LA5 0RG	Bolton Lancashire BL4 0NS
Latest Ofsted	1 30 Jun 2024	1 20 May 2024	1 18 Dec 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	91	85	132
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Lancashire (888)	Lancashire (888)	Bolton (350)
Website	www.cribdenhouse.lancs.sch.uk	www.bleasdaleschool.lancs.sch.uk	theorchardsfederation.org.uk
Telephone	01706213048	01524701217	01204335883
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School

BB4 6RX

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Rossendale
Lancashire
BB4 6RX
Ofsted: 1 30 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.cribdenhouse.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01706213048

Bleasdale School

LA5 0RG

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Carnforth
Lancashire
LA5 0RG
Ofsted: 1 20 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.bleasdaleschool.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01524701217

Green Fold School

BL4 0NS

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Bolton
Lancashire
BL4 0NS
Ofsted: 1 18 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bolton (350)
Website: theorchardsfederation.org.uk
Telephone: 01204335883

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.