Our Lady of Lourdes High School, BALLYMONEY
Our Lady of Lourdes High School is a grammar school for pupils in Ballymoney.
Data last updated 18 Oct 2026
Our Lady of Lourdes High School in detail
School in Northern Ireland
Our Lady of Lourdes High School is a catholic maintained school in Northern Ireland, where schools are inspected by the Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) rather than Ofsted.
413 pupils are enrolled, 46% are entitled to free school meals, 44% are Catholic and 25% Protestant and 4% are newcomer pupils.
238 pupils (58% of those enrolled) are on the special educational needs register at stages 1 to 3 of the Code of Practice, 157 of them with a statement.
Our Lady of Lourdes High School in its own words
In its own words: "As a Catholic School we are committed to the promotion to an ethos throughout the school which reflects the Christian teachings and values of the Church. Our pupils are nurtured in a supportive, caring faith community which develops and promotes respect for diversity and mutual understanding."
From the headteacher's welcome: "At Our Lady of Lourdes, we pride ourselves on providing outstanding pastoral care and achieving excellent academic outcomes. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to create a nurturing environment where every student feels valued and supported. We are excited to share that we have realigned our vision and values to better reflect our commitment to our students and community."
Clubs and activities named on the school's website include football, netball, rugby, tennis, athletics, gymnastics, basketball, badminton, swimming and dance.
Vision and values (school website)Headteacher's welcome (school website)Clubs (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state secondary schools to Our Lady of Lourdes High School are Dalriada School (0.4 miles) and Ballymoney High School (0.7 miles).
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Our Lady of Lourdes High School.
2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Lady Of Lourdes, 260 metres away.
Primary schools nearby
The primary schools closest to Our Lady of Lourdes High School are St Brigid's Primary School (under 0.1 miles), Ballymoney Controlled Integrated Primary School (0.4 miles), Leaney Primary School (0.7 miles) and Lislagan Primary School (1.5 miles). As a grammar school, Our Lady of Lourdes High School admits pupils mainly on the results of a transfer test, by the criteria in its own admissions policy.
St Brigid's Primary SchoolBallymoney Controlled Integrated Primary SchoolLeaney Primary SchoolLislagan Primary School
Sources: Department of Education (NI) school data; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
Department of Education (NI)Inspection
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Our Lady of Lourdes High School in June 2026.
Source: Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI), Northern Ireland.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Exam results, 2024/25
GCSEs, Year 12 (48 pupils)
72.9%
5+ GCSEs at A* to C, including English and maths
93.8%
5+ GCSEs at A* to C
Equivalent qualifications count towards these figures.
The Department of Education says these figures are not a fair way to compare one school with another: they take no account of the pupils each school takes in, or of anything else that affects results. Read them alongside everything else you know about the school.
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Getting There
Bus Stops
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Special educational needs
238
Pupils on the SEN register (stages 1 to 3)
57.6%
of pupils enrolled
157
With a statement (stage 3)
81
At stages 1 to 2
From the Department of Education (NI) school census. The department does not publish very small counts, which show here as "Not published".
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Questions parents ask about Our Lady of Lourdes High School
When was Our Lady of Lourdes High School last inspected?
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Our Lady of Lourdes High School in June 2026.
What are exam results like at Our Lady of Lourdes High School?
In 2024/25, of the 48 Year 12 pupils at Our Lady of Lourdes High School, 72.9% achieved five or more GCSEs at grades A* to C including English and maths, and 93.8% achieved five or more at A* to C in any subjects (equivalent qualifications count). The Department of Education says these figures are not a fair way to compare one school with another: they take no account of the pupils each school takes in, or of anything else that affects results. Read them alongside everything else you know about the school.
How are places allocated at Our Lady of Lourdes High School?
Northern Ireland does not use catchment areas. Places at Our Lady of Lourdes High School are allocated on the school's published admissions criteria through the Education Authority's transfer process, and post-primary schools may use an entrance assessment.
How do I apply to Our Lady of Lourdes High School?
Apply through the Education Authority's online admissions system, naming Our Lady of Lourdes High School. Applications usually open in January, and post-primary places may depend on an entrance assessment taken in the previous autumn.
Where is Our Lady of Lourdes High School?
Our Lady of Lourdes High School is at CASTLE STREET, BALLYMONEY, ANTRIM, BT53 6JX.