The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
60%
Capacity
719
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 719 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Allison Ash, it falls under Oldham local authority.
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 1,134 applications for 228 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 461 were first-preference applications.
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (88 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy include Sixth Form Centre, Astro Turf, Swimming Pool, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Badminton, Martial Arts, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Newspaper, Orchestra and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.1%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Oldham, The Brian Clarke Church of England 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 Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bloom Street, Oldham, Oldham, OL9 6BP |
| Headteacher | Allison Ash |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 719 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.1% |
| School Capacity | 719 / 1,200 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
88 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed228
1,134
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
461 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
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Contact Information
Bloom Street, Oldham
Oldham, OL9 6BP
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