The Radclyffe School
URN: 105738 • Oldham OL9 0LS
Overview
- Name
- The Radclyffe School
- URN
- 105738
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Cregg (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01616223200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hunt Lane, Oldham OL9 0LS
Summary
The Radclyffe School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Oldham, serving approximately 1,471 students with a capacity of 1,500. The school is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment, aiming to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attributes necessary for lifelong success. The ethos is encapsulated in their mission, "Working Together for Excellence," which emphasizes collaboration among students, staff, and families.
The curriculum at The Radclyffe School is designed to foster academic achievement alongside personal development. Staff members act as Personal Learning Guides, meeting with students daily to address their learning needs and any challenges they may face. The school promotes a culture of respect through its ‘Five Respects’ framework, which underpins daily practices and interactions within the school community.
In addition to its educational focus, The Radclyffe School values its connections with the local and global community. It is part of The Radclyffe Co-Operative Trust and engages in various outreach projects, fostering relationships with local schools and international partners. This commitment to community engagement enhances the educational experience and supports students in becoming responsible global citizens.
The curriculum at The Radclyffe School is designed to foster academic achievement alongside personal development. Staff members act as Personal Learning Guides, meeting with students daily to address their learning needs and any challenges they may face. The school promotes a culture of respect through its ‘Five Respects’ framework, which underpins daily practices and interactions within the school community.
In addition to its educational focus, The Radclyffe School values its connections with the local and global community. It is part of The Radclyffe Co-Operative Trust and engages in various outreach projects, fostering relationships with local schools and international partners. This commitment to community engagement enhances the educational experience and supports students in becoming responsible global citizens.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- How to Become a Parent Governor (governance)
- Oldham’s SEND Local Offer (sen)
- Absence Procedures (sen)
- Leave of Absence (sen)
- Parental / Carer Medical Consent Forms (sen)
- Persistent Absence (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- School Calendar & Term Dates (calendar)
- School Events Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- The Blue Coat CofE School (81.6)
- The Crompton House Church of England Academy (71.8)
- Saddleworth School (57.6)
- 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
- 1500
- Pupils
- 1471
- Boys
- 732
- Girls
- 739
- FSM %
- 39.60
- Open date
- 1973-09-01
- Close date
- 2025-04-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1471 | 732 | 739 | 1500 | 39.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1475 | 739 | 736 | 1500 | 34.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1495 | 777 | 718 | 1500 | 30.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1495 | 777 | 718 | 1500 | 30.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1503 | 787 | 716 | 1500 | 27.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1498 | 762 | 736 | 1500 | 22.20 |
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