
Sir Tom Finney Community High School is a community special school located in Ribbleton, Preston, Lancashire. Catering to students aged 11 to 19, it serves a total of 237 pupils with a capacity of 245, providing a supportive environment for those with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The school is co-educational, with a gender distribution of 151 boys and 86 girls. Approximately 45.2% of the students are eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse socio-economic background. The school is situated in an urban area, serving the local community by focusing on individual student needs and fostering personal development. As a special school, it does not adhere to a religious character or specific admissions policy, allowing for a holistic approach to education that is inclusive of all learners. The school prides itself on creating an environment that is both happy and safe, emphasizing its commitment to the well-being and progress of each student.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)