Rainhill High School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Warrington Road Rainhill Prescot Merseyside L35 6NY |
| Phone | 01744677205 |
| Reference Number | 144326 |
Rainhill High School has made significant strides since its previous inspection, achieving a 'Good' rating across all areas of evaluation. The school's leaders have established high expectations for all pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, and have implemented ambitious curriculums that support students' academic success. Most pupils express a positive school experience, feeling safe and respected. However, some concerns remain regarding bullying and attendance, particularly among disadvantaged students, which can impact their overall academic achievement. This was the first routine inspection since the pandemic, providing a fresh perspective on the school's performance post-COVID.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1810 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.98%
Girls: 46.02% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 5.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 171 | 129 | 300 |
| 8 | 156 | 152 | 308 |
| 9 | 140 | 151 | 291 |
| 10 | 146 | 142 | 288 |
| 11 | 143 | 148 | 291 |
| 12 | 94 | 51 | 145 |
| 13 | 102 | 59 | 161 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 86.7% |
| White, Other | 2.2% |
| Indian | 2.1% |
| African | 1.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.1% |
| Unclassified | 1% |
| Asian, Other | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 22 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Feb 2023 | School inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2020 | School inspection: |
| 04 Mar 2017 | Academy conversion letter |
| 25 Nov 2014 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Rainhill High School | |
| 25 Nov 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 22 Nov 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 22 Nov 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 08 Feb 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Feb 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Feb 2003 | Full inspection |
| 24 Feb 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations for all pupils, including disadvantaged students.
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum across most subjects.
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Effective safeguarding and support systems in place for staff and students.
- Positive school environment where most pupils feel safe and respected.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers lack the confidence to deliver aspects of the curriculum effectively.
- Attendance issues among a small proportion of pupils, particularly disadvantaged students.
- Inadequate oversight by governance of off-site sixth-form provisions.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 45.9 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 40.5% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 60.5% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 31.22 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 33.86 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | C | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | C | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 15.8% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 151 | 8 |
| Third Preference | 116 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 212 | 124 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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Oakdene Primary Academy
Ashton Avenue, Rainhill, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 0QQ |
0.32 miles |
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Rainhill Community Nursery
Deepdale Drive, Prescot, L35 4NW |
0.33 miles |
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St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School
School Lane, Rainhill, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 6NN |
0.33 miles |
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St Ann's Church of England Primary School
View Road, Rainhill, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 0LQ |
0.56 miles |
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Sutton Manor Community Primary School
Forest Road, Sutton Manor, Forest Road, st Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4AT |
0.93 miles |
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Longton Lane Community Primary School
Longton Lane, Rainhill, St Helens, Merseyside, L35 8PB |
1.12 miles |
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St John Vianney Catholic Primary School
Elton Head Road, Sutton Heath, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 5BT |
1.18 miles |
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St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Cannon Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4XU |
1.35 miles |
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery
Hall Lane, Cronton, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5DW |
1.43 miles |
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Cronton Church of England Primary Academy
Smithy Lane, Cronton, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5DF |
1.46 miles |
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Nutgrove Methodist Primary School
Govett Road, Nutgrove, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 5NH |
1.58 miles |
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St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community
Lickers Lane, Whiston, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 3SR |
1.62 miles |
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St Austin's Catholic Primary School
Heath Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 5NJ |
1.64 miles |
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Whiston Willis Primary Academy
Milton Avenue, Whiston, Milton Avenue, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 2XY |
1.67 miles |
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St Luke's Catholic Primary School
Shaw Lane, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 5AT |
1.67 miles |
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Thatto Heath Community Primary School
Hobart Street, Thatto Heath, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 5QX |
1.76 miles |
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Willow Tree Primary School
Willow Tree Avenue, Leach Lane, Sutton Leach, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4LZ |
1.76 miles |
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Sherdley Primary School
Mill Lane, Sutton, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4HA |
1.82 miles |
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Eaves Primary School
Eaves Lane, Marshalls Cross, Eaves Primary School, Eaves Lane, St Helens, Wa9 3ub, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3UB |
1.86 miles |
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Halsnead Primary School
Pennywood Drive, Whiston, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 3TX |
1.88 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Tower College
Mill Lane, Prescot, L35 6NE |
0.39 miles |
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Ash Meadow School
Jubits Lane, St Helens, WA9 4RT |
1.27 miles |
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Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy
Cumber Lane, Whiston, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 2XG |
1.27 miles |
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The Sutton Academy
Elton Head Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 5AU |
1.42 miles |
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Carmel College
Prescot Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 3AG |
2.31 miles |
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Wade Deacon High School
Birchfield Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7TD |
2.61 miles |
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Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School
Highfield Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7DW |
2.66 miles |
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Ormiston Chadwick Academy
Liverpool Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7HU |
2.72 miles |
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The Prescot School
Knowsley Park Lane, Prescot, Liverpool, Merseyside, L34 3NB |
2.75 miles |
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Ashley High School
Cawfield Avenue, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7HG |
2.86 miles |
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Chesnut Lodge Special School
Green Lane, Ditton, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7HF |
2.88 miles |
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St Helens College
Water Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1PP |
2.9 miles |
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De La Salle School
Mill Brow, Eccleston, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 4QH |
3.12 miles |
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St Cuthbert's Catholic High School
Berrys Lane, Sutton, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3HE |
3.13 miles |
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This Is My Education - TIME
Logic House, Central Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1UD |
3.3 miles |
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Lord Derby Academy
Seel Road, Huyton, Liverpool, Merseyside, L36 6DG |
3.3 miles |
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The Raise Academy
Naylor Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0BS |
3.32 miles |
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Riverside College Halton
Kingsway, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7QQ |
3.36 miles |
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Lawrence House School
8 Huyton Church Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 5SJ |
3.38 miles |
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Mill Green School
Lansbury Avenue, Parr, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 1BU |
3.41 miles |