The school previously held specialist Science College status.

[1] Carnforth High School offers its sixth form courses as part of the North Lancashire Learning Partnership which also includes Central Lancaster High School, and Our Lady's Catholic College.

[2] Previously a community school administered by Lancashire County Council, in June 2018 Carnforth High School converted to academy status.

The school is now sponsored by The Bay Learning Trust.

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