Independent

Oakhill School

Clitheroe, Lancashire, North West · BB7 9AF

A small independent school in Clitheroe, Oakhill educates around 299 pupils and welcomes new entrants at 11. Its intimate scale appeals to families who value individual attention and a close-knit community over the anonymity of a larger institution. Academic results sit comfortably above national benchmarks, suggesting a school that combines pastoral warmth with genuine ambition.

299

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Overview & data

Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils: 299
Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire, North West
Website: www.oakhillschool.co.uk

Entrance & admissions

Entry age: 11

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Latest results

Attainment 8

55.1

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

59%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Oakhill posts an Attainment 8 score of 55.1, well ahead of the national average of 46.9. At GCSE, 59% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. These figures point to consistently strong outcomes across the core subjects, which is notable for a school of this modest size.

The last word

A small Lancashire independent that quietly outperforms the national average. Worth a look for families who want strong results without a sprawling campus.

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