St Augustine's Roman Catholic High School, Billington

St Augustine's RC High School is a coeducational Roman Catholic secondary school located in Billington, Lancashire, England.

1. History

The school opened in 1963 originally intaking 450 pupils. It is now the largest Roman Catholic high school in its LEA. St Augustine's won the DfES School Achievement Award for both 2000–2001 and 2001–2002. It was the only high school in Lancashire to be awarded Beacon status in 2002. In 2003, it became one of the first Leading Edge Schools in England and one of Lancashire’s first three Specialist Science Colleges. In 2008, it achieved High Performing Specialist College status and was also awarded Specialist Languages College status. Previously a voluntary aided school administered by Lancashire County Council, in December 2022 St Augustine's converted to academy status. The school is now sponsored by the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, but continues to be under the jurisdiction of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Salford.

1. Curriculum


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Every student must take maths and English along with either Double Award Science, or separate sciences. These are allocated 3 slots per week. Although St Augustines is a specialist language college, learning a language is not obligatory. Pupils must select more courses in order to fill the timetable. Each non-core subject takes up 2 periods per week on the timetable.

1. Lessons

There are many different subjects taught at St Augustine's. In year 9, options are taken for pupils to choose their own subjects. All subjects are taken in years 7-9.

English - split into English language and English literature in year 10. Mathematics Science - in year 9 pupils can opt for 'triple science' (biology, chemistry and physics) or 'science' (a grouping of all three) Modern foreign languages - split into French and Spanish. Art Electronics Food technology Graphic design Music Information computer technology (ICT) History Geography Drama Religious education Physical education PHSE

1. Attainment


1. Notable former pupils

Matt Turner born c1978 is a successful businessman and founder of the national company Tastecard. David Dunn, footballer Michael Bisping, professional mixed martial artist Gareth Ainsworth, former professional footballer and Shrewsbury manager

1. References


1. External links

St Augustine's official website