RAINHILL HIGH SCHOOL

IN PURSUIT
OF EXCELLENCE

LEARN THINK CONTRIBUTE CARE

A school of choice where every pupil
belongs, thrives and succeeds.

WELCOME TO

RAINHILL HIGH SCHOOL

Mrs J Thorogood, Principal of Rainhill High School
A Welcome from the Principal

A school built on ambition, care and a strong sense of community.

At Rainhill High School, every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Our mission, In Pursuit of Excellence, and our values of Learn, Think, Contribute, Care shape an ambitious education where young people are challenged, supported and inspired to succeed.

Through high-quality teaching, a broad and ambitious curriculum and opportunities that develop confidence, character and independence, we prepare pupils not only for examinations, but for the next stage of their lives.

Mrs J. Thorogood Principal
Read the Principal's Welcome
Rainhill High School pupil
IN PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE
THE RAINHILL EXPERIENCE

A school where every pupil belongs, thrives and succeeds.

Rainhill is about more than what happens in the classroom. We want every pupil to develop the knowledge, confidence, character and independence to make the most of the opportunities ahead of them.

01

LEARN

Build powerful knowledge and pursue ambitious goals.

02

THINK

Develop curiosity, independence and the confidence to question.

03

CONTRIBUTE

Take responsibility, participate and make a positive difference.

04

CARE

Build a community where people are known, supported and valued.

AMBITION & OUTCOMES

High expectations.
Strong outcomes.

We are ambitious for every pupil. Strong teaching, a carefully sequenced curriculum and high expectations are helping Rainhill pupils achieve increasingly strong outcomes.

Explore results & achievement
2026 PROVISIONAL GCSE RESULTS
73.9%
English & Maths Grade 4 or above
51.4%
English & Maths Grade 5 or above
50.30
Attainment 8 Average pupil score

2026 results are provisional and subject to validation by the Department for Education.

OUR APPROACH

Success is about more than examination results. It is about where those results allow our pupils to go next.

OPPORTUNITY & BELONGING

More than a
school day.

Education at Rainhill is about both what pupils achieve and who they become.

Beyond the classroom, pupils are encouraged to discover their interests, develop their character, take on new challenges and play an active part in school and community life.

Rainhill High School pupil playing trumpet
EVERY PUPIL Known.
Supported.
Encouraged.

LEARN THINK CONTRIBUTE CARE

Developing young people for life.
RH6
RAINHILL SIXTH

Stay local.
Aim high.
Choose RH6.

Rainhill Sixth offers ambitious academic and vocational pathways within a supportive sixth form where students are known, challenged and prepared for what comes next.

From A-level study to applied qualifications, students benefit from high expectations, individual support and expert guidance towards university, apprenticeships and employment.

WORKING TOGETHER

Partnerships that
strengthen Rainhill.

Our partnerships with universities, schools, employers, community organisations and specialist agencies extend opportunities for pupils, enrich the curriculum and connect Rainhill with expertise and experiences beyond the classroom.

Explore our partnerships
Organisations working in partnership with Rainhill High School