New Bridge School
URN: 134517 • Oldham OL8 3PH
Overview
- Name
- New Bridge School
- URN
- 134517
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Graham Quinn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Roman Road, Oldham OL8 3PH
Summary
New Bridge School, located in Hollinwood, Oldham, is a community special school dedicated to supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Established in 2004, the school caters to students aged 11 to 19 and operates under the New Bridge Multi Academy Trust. With a capacity of 180, it provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where each learner is valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
The school’s curriculum is designed to be personalised, focusing on developing independence, communication, and social skills alongside academic achievement. New Bridge School employs a holistic approach, integrating therapeutic support and enrichment opportunities to ensure that all pupils experience success. The staff work closely with families and external professionals, fostering strong partnerships that are essential for the well-being and progress of the students.
New Bridge School operates across multiple sites, including the main campus for Key Stage 3 and 4 students and a dedicated learning centre for those aged 16 to 19. The school’s mission, "Learning together, learning for all, learning for life," reflects its commitment to lifelong development and collaboration within the school community.
The school’s curriculum is designed to be personalised, focusing on developing independence, communication, and social skills alongside academic achievement. New Bridge School employs a holistic approach, integrating therapeutic support and enrichment opportunities to ensure that all pupils experience success. The staff work closely with families and external professionals, fostering strong partnerships that are essential for the well-being and progress of the students.
New Bridge School operates across multiple sites, including the main campus for Key Stage 3 and 4 students and a dedicated learning centre for those aged 16 to 19. The school’s mission, "Learning together, learning for all, learning for life," reflects its commitment to lifelong development and collaboration within the school community.
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Nearby alternatives
- New Bridge School (72.0)
- The Kingfisher Community Special School (70.2)
- Hollinwood Academy (66.6)
- Kingfisher Special School (62.3)
- Iqra High School (60.5)
Key details
- LA
- Oldham
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2005-01-01
- Close date
- 2012-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 180 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 180 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 180 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 180 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 180 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 180 |
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