Edenfield Girls' High School
Edenfield Girls' High School is an independent school in Nelson for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 102 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Edenfield Girls' High School is Good, from an inspection in March 2020. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 62.7, and 65% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: March 2020. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Brunswick Street Nelson Lancashire BB9 0PQ |
| Phone | 01282476011 |
| Reference Number | 147301 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 102 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Edenfield Girls High, which opened in September 2019, has made significant progress in a short time, demonstrating effective leadership and establishing a positive learning environment. The school’s commitment to high expectations fosters an atmosphere of excellence among students. With outstanding behaviour and a robust curriculum that covers both academic subjects and personal development, pupils feel safe and engaged in their learning. The school promotes a well-rounded education that prepares students for modern British society, including lessons on the Islamic faith and a strong emphasis on reading.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Feb 2020 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2020 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Aug 2019 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit exceptional behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning.
- Leaders have created a positive culture for learning with high expectations.
- Teachers are well qualified and use assessment effectively to enhance learning.
- Pupils receive strong support for special educational needs.
- The school provides a broad and rich curriculum.
- Pupils' personal development is actively promoted through various activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum plans for music lack clarity on the knowledge and skills to be acquired.
- Less emphasis is placed on supporting pupils' mental health.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 62.7 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 64.7% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 82.4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Edenfield Girls' High School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Edenfield Girls' High School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Edenfield Girls' High School is Good, from an inspection in March 2020.
When was Edenfield Girls' High School last inspected by Ofsted?
Edenfield Girls' High School was last inspected in March 2020.
How many pupils does Edenfield Girls' High School have?
Edenfield Girls' High School has 102 pupils on roll.
What age range does Edenfield Girls' High School cover?
Edenfield Girls' High School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Edenfield Girls' High School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 62.7, and 65% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Edenfield Girls' High School?
Edenfield Girls' High School is at Brunswick Street, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 0PQ.