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Are all Rossendale neighbourhoods included?

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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Rossendale Area

Rossendale secondary schools serve a close-knit Lancashire valley community, with 4 schools across the borough including the selective Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School. Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School, Haslingden High School and Sixth Form, and Alder Grange School are the main options for families in Rawtenstall, Haslingden, Bacup, and Whitworth. The area achieves an average Attainment 8 score of 47, above England's 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 5.2/10, Developing band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Families benefit from a mix of selective and comprehensive options in this valley setting with strong community ties. Filter by FMS Inspection Score or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.

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Top schools in Rossendale

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Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School
Waterfoot
Haslingden High School and Sixth Form
Haslingden
Alder Grange School
Rawtenstall
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School
Rawtenstall