Coal Clough Academy

Academy alternative provision sponsor led•Not applicable•Ages 11-16•Burnley, BB11 4PF

Ofsted

Official inspection reports and grades

School inspection

Inspected 25 January 2024

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Previous inspections

14 June 2018Full inspectionGood
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Pupils and staff

Pupils

Pupils: 118
Capacity: 152
Girls / boys: 30% / 70%
Free school meals: 56%

Staff

Teachers (FTE): 18.4
Teaching assistants (FTE): 21.2
Leadership (FTE): 3
Part-time teachers: 36%

School workforce census, 2025/26.

Questions about Coal Clough Academy

What is Coal Clough Academy's Ofsted rating?

Coal Clough Academy's last overall grade from Ofsted was Good, on 14 June 2018. Ofsted inspected it again on 25 January 2024 without giving a new overall grade.

How many pupils are at Coal Clough Academy?

Coal Clough Academy had 118 pupils aged 11 to 16 at the latest school census. Its official capacity is 152. It is a mixed school.

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