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Are all Barnoldswick neighbourhoods included?

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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Barnoldswick Area

Barnoldswick's secondary education is served by West Craven High School, providing comprehensive education for families in this close-knit Lancashire market town. The school achieves an average Attainment 8 score of 37, well above the England average of 39, reflecting strong GCSE performance. With one secondary school serving Barnoldswick and surrounding villages, families benefit from a well-established local school with deep community roots and a focus on individual student support. Use the map view to explore the school and see admission criteria for your neighbourhood.

Top schools in Barnoldswick

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West Craven High School
Kelbrook