The site of the school was originally acquired in the 1960's by Lancashire County Council - who were the Education Authority at that time.The school was built in 1964 and was originally a girls school. It has been remodelled and extended since changing to a comprehensive in 1976.

The school site is assembled from four separate acquisitions:

Freehold - Acquired from Reverend G H Ormerod 10th May 1962
Freehold - Acquired from Lord Lilford 30th June 1964
Freehold - Acquired from Tyldesley Urban District Council 8th May 1963
Leasehold - Acquired from Hargreaves Hamilton 15th March 1963 (999 years from 7.6.1962)