The Blue Coat CofE School

URN: 137133 • Oldham OL1 3SQ

Overview

Name
The Blue Coat CofE School
URN
137133
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CRANMER EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
81.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rob Higgins (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01616241484
Website
Visit
Address
Egerton Street, Oldham OL1 3SQ

Summary

The Blue Coat CofE School, located in Oldham, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,669 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,550. The school is part of the Cranmer Education Trust and is committed to fostering a Christian ethos that promotes values such as love, compassion, and mutual respect among students of all backgrounds.

The curriculum at The Blue Coat School is designed to encourage academic achievement and personal development, with a focus on building confidence, independence, and leadership skills. The school provides a range of support services to help students thrive both academically and socially, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

In addition to its strong academic record, The Blue Coat School actively engages with the community and offers opportunities for professional development through its Teaching School Hub. Parents can access performance data and reports to stay informed about their children's progress and the school's achievements. For more information, visit the school's website or contact them directly.

Key details

LA
Oldham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CRANMER EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1550
Pupils
1669
Boys
802
Girls
867
FSM %
15.40
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1669 802 867 1550 15.40
2024-09-11 1692 835 857 1550 11.80
2023-09-11 1683 768 915 1550 8.90
2022-09-11 1683 768 915 1550 8.90
2021-09-11 1720 807 913 1550 7.10
2020-09-11 1714 791 923 1550 5.60

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