Hawkley Hall High School

URN: 138110 • Wigan WN3 5NY

Overview

Name
Hawkley Hall High School
URN
138110
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE ROWAN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul McKendrick (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01942204640
Website
Visit
Address
Carr Lane, Wigan WN3 5NY

Summary

Hawkley Hall High School, located in Wigan, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,164 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,184. The school prides itself on a positive and caring ethos encapsulated in its guiding principle, "The Hawkley Way," which emphasizes mutual respect among students and staff. This commitment to respect is foundational to creating a supportive and successful learning environment.

The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to foster critical thinking and a global perspective. The History department, led by Miss G Nicholson, aims to inspire students through engaging exploration of the past, encouraging them to develop analytical skills and a deeper understanding of diverse narratives. Each topic is structured around challenging enquiry questions, promoting curiosity and structured thinking.

Hawkley Hall High School is dedicated to high academic standards and effective pastoral support, ensuring that students are well-equipped to achieve their potential. The school welcomes parental involvement and is committed to continuous improvement in educational practices, making it a community-focused institution that values collaboration and development.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE ROWAN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1184
Pupils
1164
Boys
589
Girls
575
FSM %
24.40
Open date
2012-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1164 589 575 1184 24.40
2024-09-11 1177 605 572 1184 24.60
2023-09-11 1162 594 568 1184 20.80
2022-09-11 1162 594 568 1170 20.80
2021-09-11 1111 541 570 987 17.90
2020-09-11 1079 513 566 987 14.30

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