Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio is a secondary studio school in Darwen, North West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this studio school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio has a Progress 8 score of -0.82 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 36.4, 49% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B-.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 15.2%, 41% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 14.1%.
After leaving Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio, student destinations include 47% going on to university and 0% entering apprenticeships.
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Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio has a Progress 8 score of -0.82, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 36.4. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
49% of students at Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio achieve an average A-Level grade of B-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio has an overall absence rate of 14.1%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio is 15.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
41% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio, 47% go on to university and 0% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
197/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
85/mo
43% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 11 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.6
Bus Stops
31
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Darwen Rail Station
0.4km away · 3 stations nearby
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Parent View
Would Recommend
96%
Child is Happy
66%
Child Feels Safe
69%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.