Olive High, Bank Hall
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Olive High creates an inspirational learning environment where pupils gain high levels of self-confidence and resilience. The school excels at helping girls achieve things they never thought possible through ambitious teaching, considerable extra-curricular opportunities, and a focus on developing well-rounded individuals who understand their role in creating positive change in the world.
Key Strengths
- Broad and demanding curriculum where pupils develop deep, connected knowledge across subjects
- Exceptional personal development programme that encourages pupils to debate complex topics and engage in social action projects
- High-quality careers guidance and support that helps pupils achieve their future aspirations with an alumni programme continuing support after graduation
- Exemplary pupil behaviour driven by staff who model consistently high expectations
- Effective support clinics that help pupils address learning gaps and keep up with curriculum demands
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with a policy meeting current statutory requirements and a positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
archery, self-defence, computer coding
Olive High is an outstanding independent school for girls aged 11-16 where staff and pupils live out the school's motto of striving for excellence. The school provides an impressive and ambitious curriculum with exceptional personal development opportunities that transform pupils' achievements and aspirations.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
48%
Available places
214 pupils
450 capacity
236 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Bank Hall
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Admissions Demand - Lancashire
Places available
14,786
Applications
13,820
Got 1st preference
86.3%
Got preferred school
96.8%
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Olive High
Burnley St Peter's Church of England Primary School
St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Rawdhatul Uloom
Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School
Burnley Springfield Community Primary School
Heasandford Primary School
Burnley Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Burnley St Stephen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Holly Grove School
Barden Primary School
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