Westholme School
Blackburn, Lancashire · BB2 6QU
Westholme is a well-established independent all-through school in Blackburn serving ages 4–18 with a day-only model across a 749-strong cohort. The school emphasises a 'warm family feel' and positions itself around pastoral care, performing arts, and personalised attention. Located in suburban Lancashire, it offers continuous education from Pre-Prep through Sixth Form under a single leadership structure.
- →Continuous all-through pathway reducing transition disruption from age 4 to 18
- →Emphasis on performing arts and a creative, broad curriculum beyond traditional academics
- →Tight-knit community ethos with visible commitment to pastoral care and individual pupil development
Who thrives here
Pupils who value a nurturing, stability-focused environment and families seeking a local independent day school with strong drama and music provision. Suits well-rounded learners who benefit from smaller cohort sizes and a family-oriented culture.
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Contact & visit
Wilmar Lodge, Meins Road
Blackburn, Lancashire
BB2 6QU
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Westholme School?
Day fees at Westholme School are approximately £18,585 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Westholme School?
Westholme School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Westholme School's exam results?
At Westholme School, 18% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 28.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Westholme School a boarding school?
Westholme School is a day school in Blackburn and does not offer boarding.
What is Westholme School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Westholme School “Good” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, family-oriented pastoral culture and strong sense of community
✓Well-integrated all-through model reducing transition anxiety
✓Strong performing arts provision and creative curriculum breadth
✓Accessible, local independent school without pretension or excessive pressure
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection yet completed, limiting independent verification of quality
!Relatively modest national profile and limited verifiable alumni achievement data
!Day-only model may feel isolating for boarders' families and limits boarding flexibility
!Annual fees not publicly disclosed, raising transparency concerns for prospective parents