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Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy

Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy

Oldham, OL9 9QYSecondary School·Ages 11-16
R. Improvementby Ofsted

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About Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy

Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Phillips, it falls under Oldham local authority.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy include Sports Hall, Science Labs, Library, Astro Turf, Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Music Rooms, Theatre, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Netball, Tennis and 5 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir and 6 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.0%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.

For families exploring secondary schools in Oldham, Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 16 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterRoman Catholic
AddressOff Canon Dolan Way, Oldham, Oldham, OL9 9QY
HeadteacherKerry Phillips
Local AuthorityOldham
Free School Meals (FSM)62.0%
School Capacity185
Sixth FormYes
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

12 Oct 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

Improved
Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Requires improvement
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires improvement

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement
Sixth Form Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthLearning DifficultySevere LearningProfound Learning

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

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Sports HallScience LabsLibraryAstro TurfGymnasiumSwimming PoolMusic RoomsTheatreChapelSixth Form Centre

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

19

Sports

DanceRoundersNetballTennisRowingBadmintonAthleticsMartial ArtsSwimming

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubDramaBook ClubChoirGardeningFilm ClubScience ClubDuke of EdinburghOrchestraDebate

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy

Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

01617858858www.newmanrc.oldham.sch.uk/

Off Canon Dolan Way, Oldham

Oldham, OL9 9QY

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Off Canon Dolan Way, Oldham

Oldham, OL9 9QY

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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