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School profile
Verified 18 August 2026
Oakhill School is a private secondary-stage school in Clitheroe, Lancashire, with a published age range of 0-16.
Private school Co-ed Ages 0-16 No sixth form listed No boarders
- Application ?
- Apply direct to school
- Age range
- 0-16
- ISI ?
- Standards met
- Boarding ?
- No boarders
Oakhill School
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At a glance
Key facts
- Sector
- Private school
- Gender
- Mixed
- Application ?
- Apply direct to school
- Age range
- 0-16
- Boarding ?
- No boarders
- Route check
- Independent schools do not use the local-authority grammar-school catchment model; check the school site for boarding, transport and eligibility rules.
- ISI ?
- Standards met
Overview
Overview
Founded in 1979, Oakhill School brings nursery, prep and senior education together on one site, with a co-educational day-school route from three months to 16. Catholic values, respect and inclusivity shape the ethos, while families of all faiths and backgrounds are welcomed. The result is a continuous setting in which the senior years remain connected to the younger stages.
The Senior School covers Years 7 to 11. Its GCSE core includes English Language and Literature, mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics and religious education, with further choices in languages, humanities, computer science, business, art, music and creative iMedia. Academic and creative subjects are treated as parts of one senior curriculum rather than competing directions.
The wider programme ranges from football, running club, golf, dodgeball, multi-sports and fitness to performing arts rehearsals, art club, Samba drumming, drama and music ensembles. Computing, maths and English clinics, Science Clinics, Eco Club, wellbeing walks, book club and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award add further routes into practice, curiosity and community. Trips and visits extend the curriculum beyond the site.
Admissions begin with an enquiry or visit and a personal tour arranged by the admissions team. Applications are accepted through the year when places are available. Oakhill has no boarding or Sixth Form offer, so the senior route ends at 16 within the wider nursery-to-senior community.
Key points
Key points
- Assessment route
- Applications are made directly to the school. Check the school's own admissions pages for registration dates, entrance assessment stages, interviews, fees, scholarships and bursaries.
- Places and demand
- Published Year 7 place numbers and applicant-per-place data are not included in GIAS for this private-school seed profile.
- Catchment
- Private-school eligibility is not controlled by the local-authority grammar catchment model; check boarding, day-pupil, transport and any sibling or faith rules on the school site.
- Results
- 82.4% grade 5+ in English and maths and 55.1 Attainment 8
GCSE benchmark
Latest 2024/25 KS4 measures compared with Lancashire and England.
School Local authority England
- Attainment 8
- 55.1
- Grade 5+ English and maths
- 82.4%
- EBacc APS
- 4.90
- EBacc entry
- 41.2%
Attainment 8 trend
Recent published Attainment 8 scores compared with Lancashire and England.
School Local authority England
School details
School details
- Sector
- Private school
- School type
- Other independent school
- Funding
- Independent fee-paying
- Application
- Apply direct to school
- Gender
- Mixed
- Age range
- 0-16
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jane Buttery
- Pupil roll
- 279 pupils
- Sixth form
- No
Location and contact
Location and contact
Address
- Address
- Wiswell Lane, Whalley, Lancashire, Clitheroe
- Postcode
- BB7 9AF
- Area
- Lancashire
School leadership
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jane Buttery
School contact
- School phone
- 01254823546
Admissions contact
- Admissions team
- Admissions
- Admissions email
- enquiries@oakhillschool.co.uk
- Admissions phone
- 01254823546
Admissions
Admissions
- Application route
- Apply direct to school
- Age range
- 0-16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Boarding
- No boarders
- Day fees
- Check school fees page
- Scholarships and bursaries
- Check school site
- Entrance details
- Entrance assessment details are not part of the GIAS open data extract.
- Admissions note
- GIAS confirms the school type and age range; fees, scholarships, bursaries and entrance assessments should be checked on the school's own website.
GIAS confirms the school type and age range; fees, scholarships, bursaries and entrance assessments should be checked on the school's own website.
Independent schools do not use the local-authority grammar-school catchment model; check the school site for boarding, transport and eligibility rules.
Oversubscription and eligibility
Use the official admissions policy for the current priority order and eligibility rules.
Exam and test format
Exam and test format
Entrance route and assessment
Entrance assessment details are not part of the GIAS open data extract.
- Assessment route
- Apply direct to school
Application
Application
How to apply
- 1
Apply direct to the school
Independent-school admissions are handled by the school rather than the local authority CAF.
Check school admissions
Results
Results
Attainment snapshot
- Attainment 8 ?
- 55.1 Attainment 8
- GCSE results
- 82.4% grade 4+ in English and maths
- Grade 5+ English and maths ?
- 82.4% grade 5+ in English and maths
- EBacc average point score ?
- 4.90 EBacc APS
Inspection
Inspection
Standards met
Latest inspection: 23 January 2026
Use the latest ISI report for inspection detail.
Quick summary
- Latest ISI report: Non-Routine Inspections 2026 records an inspection beginning 23 January 2026. The report says the relevant standards were met.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How does Oakhill School handle admissions?
Oakhill School handles applications directly. Check the school website for registration dates, entrance assessments, interviews, fees, scholarships and bursaries.
How do I apply to Oakhill School?
1. Apply direct to the school: Independent-school admissions are handled by the school rather than the local authority CAF.
When are the key dates for Oakhill School?
Use the school admissions page to confirm registration, assessment, interview and offer dates.
What does the latest inspection picture look like for Oakhill School?
Oakhill School is currently rated Standards met following the latest published inspection dated 23 January 2026.