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Best 3 Secondary schools in Pendle – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: Marsden Heights Community College (Secondary) in Nelson; Colne Park High School (Secondary) in Colne; Pendle Vale College (Secondary) in Nelson — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

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This page compares Marsden Heights Community College, Colne Park High School and Pendle Vale College. They are secondary phase and academy sponsor led, academy converter and community school type located around Nelson, Lancashire and Colne, Lancashire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Marsden Heights Community College), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Marsden Heights Community College (Nov 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,050, combined total ≈ 3,100, typical FSM 30–35%, range 30–35%–30–35%; spread across trusts such as UNITED LEARNING TRUST and THE PENNINE TRUST.

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Marsden Heights Community College
BB9 0PR
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location
Nelson
Lancashire
BB9 0PR
Ofsted
2 26 Nov 2023
Pupils
≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Website
www.marsdenheights.co.uk
Telephone
01282683060
Colne Park High School
BB8 7DP
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Colne
Lancashire
BB8 7DP
Ofsted
2 24 Nov 2015
Pupils
≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
THE PENNINE TRUST
Website
www.park-high.co.uk
Telephone
01282508624
Pendle Vale College
BB9 8LF
Phase / Type
Secondary • Community school
Location
Nelson
Lancashire
BB9 8LF
Ofsted
2 29 Oct 2012
Pupils
≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Lancashire (888)
Website
www.pendlevale.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone
01282682240
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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.
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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.
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