The Heights Blackburn is an alternative provision free school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, for children and young people aged 5 to 16.
- Ages 5–16
- 2 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision free school
- Ages
- 5 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 2 (places for 160)
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jen Ashworth (Head of School)
- Part of
- Education Partnership Trust
- Opened
- 2 September 2013
- Free school meals
- 50% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Blackburn with Darwen
- School reference (URN)
- 139413
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Blackburn with Darwen council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, September 2014; standards maintained (February 2025)
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in September 2014. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementGood
Since then: Standards maintained (ungraded inspection, February 2025).
Contact and getting there
Heys Lane, Blackburn, BB2 4NW
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about The Heights Blackburn
How do I get a place at The Heights Blackburn?
Places at The Heights Blackburn are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Blackburn with Darwen council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does The Heights Blackburn take?
Aged 5 to 16, boys and girls.
What is The Heights Blackburn’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in February 2025 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is The Heights Blackburn?
Heys Lane, Blackburn, BB2 4NW, in Blackburn with Darwen.
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