GARSTANG HIGH SCHOOL : A COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE in Lancashire, Preston

Education Centre Information: Garstang High School : A Community Technology College:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Lancashire
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/08/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Hamlet and Isolated Dwelling - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Total Pupils: 745
Number of boys: 361
Number of girls: 384
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Garstang High School is maintained by Lancashire local education authority as a Community Technology College offering a high quality education to young people 11-16. The school is set in grounds which include lawns, shrubberies, mature woodland and ponds with stunning views across the playing fields to the forest of Bowland. The school competes successfully with other schools in a wide range of sports, including football, rugby, basketball, hockey, netball, swimming, rounders, tennis, cricket and athletics. The school has a wide range of extra-curricular activities included rock climbing, skiing, residential adventure holidays, fishing,and golf. As befits its Artsmark award, music, dance and drama flourish in school and it encourages all its students to make the most of the opportunities available to them and the school's coveted Sportsmark Award recognises the range and quality of opportunities on offer. The school aims to provide a calm, caring and orderly environment, where both pupils and their achievements are valued.