Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy
About Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy
Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College sits in a local authority where the average Progress 8 score for secondary schools is -0.13, meaning pupils typically leave with slightly lower grades than the national average. The school’s own Progress 8 figure is not published in the available data, so a direct comparison against the LA average is not possible. However, the school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in 2022 rated it as Requires Improvement overall, a step up from its previous Inadequate rating. This improvement is notable in a borough where only one of sixteen secondary schools holds an Outstanding grade — The Blue Coat CofE School, located 3.1 km away. For families weighing options in Oldham, this school represents a work in progress that has moved out of the lowest category.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
19Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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