The Rudheath Senior Academy

URN: 137582 • Northwich CW9 7DT

Overview

Name
The Rudheath Senior Academy
URN
137582
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
NORTH WEST ACADEMIES TRUST LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christine Williams (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
0160642515
Website
Visit
Address
Middlewich Road, Northwich CW9 7DT

Summary

Rudheath Senior Academy, located in Northwich, Cheshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrollment of 590 students, against a capacity of 840. Established on 1st November 2018, the academy is part of the North West Academies Trust and aims to foster a friendly and welcoming community where high standards of behaviour are expected. The school is committed to the core values of Excellence and Kindness, ensuring that all students receive quality learning experiences.

The curriculum at Rudheath is designed to be broad and balanced, empowering students to achieve their full potential. The staff are dedicated to nurturing resilient and articulate young people, preparing them for future success. The academy has been rated as "good" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2023, highlighting the supportive environment and strong relationships between staff and students.

Rudheath Senior Academy encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit the school to gain a deeper understanding of its ethos and offerings. The school is focused on creating remarkable experiences that contribute to lasting memories for its students.

Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
NORTH WEST ACADEMIES TRUST LIMITED
Capacity
840
Pupils
590
Boys
315
Girls
275
FSM %
33.60
Open date
2012-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 590 315 275 840 33.60
2024-09-11 593 302 291 840 31.90
2023-09-11 496 250 246 840 32.90
2022-09-11 496 250 246 840 32.90
2021-09-11 451 225 226 840 31.00
2020-09-11 415 200 215 840 25.60

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