Our Lady's RC High School
URN: 105576 • Manchester M9 0RP
Overview
- Name
- Our Lady's RC High School
- URN
- 105576
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lee Ormsby (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01615079640
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Alworth Road, Manchester M9 0RP
Summary
Our Lady's RC High School is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in Manchester, serving approximately 1,050 students, which exceeds its capacity of 900. The school is committed to a Catholic ethos, focusing on the teachings of Jesus Christ and the dignity of each individual. The mission statement, "To Know, Love and Serve God," reflects the school's dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can develop their unique strengths and talents.
The curriculum at Our Lady's RC High School is designed to promote excellence in learning while encouraging personal growth and self-esteem. Religious Education is prioritised as a core subject, reinforcing the school's commitment to spiritual development alongside academic achievement. The staff work collaboratively with parents to ensure that students are well-prepared to contribute positively to society.
Community engagement is a vital aspect of school life, with an emphasis on building strong relationships among teachers, students, and families. The school encourages participation in collective worship and various activities that promote teamwork and respect for others, aiming to nurture responsible and well-rounded individuals.
The curriculum at Our Lady's RC High School is designed to promote excellence in learning while encouraging personal growth and self-esteem. Religious Education is prioritised as a core subject, reinforcing the school's commitment to spiritual development alongside academic achievement. The staff work collaboratively with parents to ensure that students are well-prepared to contribute positively to society.
Community engagement is a vital aspect of school life, with an emphasis on building strong relationships among teachers, students, and families. The school encourages participation in collective worship and various activities that promote teamwork and respect for others, aiming to nurture responsible and well-rounded individuals.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wright Robinson College (79.2)
- Wright Robinson College (72.6)
- Middleton Technology School (70.2)
- Urmston Grammar School (70.2)
- Parrs Wood High School (68.2)
Key details
- LA
- Manchester
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 1050
- Boys
- 507
- Girls
- 543
- FSM %
- 43.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1050 | 507 | 543 | 900 | 43.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 999 | 475 | 524 | 900 | 38.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 909 | 418 | 491 | 750 | 36.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 909 | 418 | 491 | 750 | 36.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 874 | 395 | 479 | 750 | 33.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 849 | 400 | 449 | 750 | 26.50 |
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