Waterhead Academy

About Waterhead Academy

Waterhead Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 947 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Waterhead Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Tracy Foy, it falls under Oldham local authority.

In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.72 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 33.9. Additionally, ranked 2862nd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 12 in Oldham.

Waterhead Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 153 applications for 117 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.

Waterhead Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 47% recommending the school (53 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Waterhead Academy include Gymnasium, Science Labs, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Theatre.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Martial Arts, Tennis, Swimming and 4 more, as well as clubs including Model UN, Newspaper, Orchestra, Debate and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.6%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.

For families exploring secondary schools in Oldham, Waterhead 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.

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