Admissions

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join us in year 12

YEar 9 applications are closed for 2023-24, if you'd like any further information, please contact crystal ragnall on 01254 819567

Entry Requirements

Open to all

We are a state school, funded by the Department of Education. There are no fees and no entrance exam.

Key Stage 4

There are no specific entry requirements to join us in Year 9.  Pupils must demonstrate a strong interest in the Creative sector, game design sector or care sector and attend a pathway meeting to discuss their options.

Key Stage 5

We do have specific entry requirements for Year 12.

Students are expected to achieve a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 / Grade C or above to be able to study in our sixth form.  Students choosing A Level options, should usually have a minimum of Grade 6 in relevant GCSE subjects, including maths and/or English where appropriate.

For in-year applications, please contact the school for more details 

Appeals

All applicants who have applied for a Year 9 place at the academy and have been refused have a right to appeal that decision to an Independent Appeal Panel.  Full details on the appeals process, timetable and booklet for parents is available on Blackburn with Darwen Council website – see link below:

School appeals dates and deadlines | Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council