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Our Lady and St John Catholic College
2026-11-15 11:55:06 · Cedar Herald Index
Our Lady & St John Catholic College is a mixed 11-16 comprehensive school in Blackburn, Lancashire, England.
The school was created in 1987 by the amalgamation of Notre Dame Grammar School and St. John Rigby R.C. High School. A purpose-built Vocational Centre opened in September 2009.

Attainment
In 2009, 69% of Year 11 students achieved 5 A*-C GCSE passes. The school's value-added measure was 1011 in 2007 (national average 1000).

Alumni
Notre Dame High School
Polly James, actress who played Beryl Hennessey in The Liver Birds
Matt Derbyshire, professional footballer
References
Secondary schools in Blackburn with Darwen
Catholic secondary schools in the Diocese of Salford
Educational institutions established in 1987
1987 establishments in England
Voluntary aided schools in England
Schools in Blackburn
