Summary

Part of Aspirational Futures Multi Academy Trust
School name
Walton-Le-Dale High School
Address
Brindle Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6RN
School type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary
Age range
11 to 16
Size
734 pupils enrolled
Website address
http://www.wldhigh.co.uk (opens in new tab)

About Walton-Le-Dale High School

Walton-le-Dale is a smaller secondary school, and this gives us a distinctive and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors often comment on the warmth and friendliness of the school, and it’s something we take great pride in. Our size allows us to know our students well as individuals and to tailor our support to meet their unique needs. This approach is central to our ethos, and we are proud to hold Flagship status for the Inclusion Mark, a recognition we have maintained since 2008.

Our student-centred philosophy underpins everything we do. While academic achievement is vital, we believe that education should also help young people develop into confident, responsible, and compassionate individuals. Strong relationships are at the heart of our school community, and it is through these relationships that we help our students achieve their best, both in and beyond the classroom.

The vision for Walton-le-Dale High School has been designed to focus on three pillars:

• Sense of Belonging (BELONG)
Celebrating our school’s heritage and community roots whilst fostering a strong sense of belonging and identity for every student.

• Opportunities for everyone (EXPLORE)
Ensuring equitable access to enriching experiences that develop talents, broaden horizons, and prepare students for future success.

• Aiming for excellence (EXCEL)
Establishing high expectations and ambitious standards across all aspects of school life, empowering students to exceed their potential.

Our students come from a wide-ranging catchment area, including Blackburn, Preston, and surrounding localities. As a truly comprehensive school, we welcome students from diverse backgrounds and abilities. The school’s strength lies in its people. Across all areas of the school, from teachers to pastoral staff, and from learning support to administration, you will find a team that is collaborative, compassionate, and committed to excellence. Sharing expertise and working together is a hallmark of our approach, and individual professional development is highly valued. We believe that when our staff are supported to grow and succeed, our students benefit immensely.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Location and map

Brindle Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6RN

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