Saddleworth School
URN: 105736 • Oldham OL3 5NU
Overview
- Name
- Saddleworth School
- URN
- 105736
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 57.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mike Anderson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01457872072
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Huddersfield Road, Oldham OL3 5NU
Summary
Saddleworth School is a mixed community secondary school located in Oldham, serving approximately 1,415 pupils with a capacity of 1,406. With over a century of educational experience, the school is committed to providing a nurturing environment that fosters both academic success and personal development. As part of the Cranmer Education Trust, Saddleworth School shares a vision focused on academic excellence, broad opportunities, and strong community ties.
The curriculum at Saddleworth is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, ensuring that all students are challenged and supported in their learning. In addition to a strong academic framework, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and leadership programmes, which help students build resilience and confidence.
The school places a high value on the partnership between home and school, working closely with parents and carers to uphold expectations for attendance, behaviour, and learning. This collaborative approach aims to create a supportive atmosphere where every student can thrive and develop into a responsible, caring individual.
The curriculum at Saddleworth is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, ensuring that all students are challenged and supported in their learning. In addition to a strong academic framework, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and leadership programmes, which help students build resilience and confidence.
The school places a high value on the partnership between home and school, working closely with parents and carers to uphold expectations for attendance, behaviour, and learning. This collaborative approach aims to create a supportive atmosphere where every student can thrive and develop into a responsible, caring individual.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- @saddleworth_sch 📢 Year 8 Parent Information Evening is on 14th October! 🕔 Book your slot: 5pm or 6.15pm 📲 Use the link sent via ClassCharts Your support is key to your child's success - thank you! #ParentEvening #Year8 #SchoolCom (sen)
- View Calendar (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Bulletins (calendar)
- 25Oct 2025 Half Term Holidays (other)
- Admissions/Transition (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Blue Coat CofE School (81.6)
- The Crompton House Church of England Academy (71.8)
- The Radclyffe School (61.1)
- Waterhead Academy (56.0)
- The Hathershaw College (54.3)
Key details
- LA
- Oldham
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1406
- Pupils
- 1415
- Boys
- 714
- Girls
- 701
- FSM %
- 22.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-31
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1415 | 714 | 701 | 1406 | 22.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1418 | 705 | 713 | 1406 | 20.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1391 | 707 | 684 | 1406 | 22.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1391 | 707 | 684 | 1370 | 22.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1376 | 702 | 674 | 1370 | 18.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1376 | 718 | 658 | 1370 | 14.80 |
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