Atherton High School
URN: 138233 • Atherton M46 0AY
Overview
- Name
- Atherton High School
- URN
- 138233
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Leanne Turner (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01942885500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hamilton Street, Atherton M46 0AY
Summary
Atherton High School, located in Atherton, Wigan, is a mixed secondary free school catering to students from Year 7 to Year 11. With a current enrolment of 547 pupils, the school operates above its intended capacity of 450. It is part of the Education Partnership Trust, which aims to enhance educational outcomes and community engagement through a strong focus on respect, responsibility, and ambition.
The school offers a knowledge-rich curriculum designed to foster deep understanding across various subjects. Atherton High School prides itself on its dedicated staff who encourage high academic standards and personal responsibility among students. The ethos of the school promotes a safe and supportive environment, where pupils are expected to uphold exemplary behaviour, allowing for a conducive learning atmosphere.
In addition to academic pursuits, Atherton High School emphasizes holistic development through cultural experiences and community involvement. The school actively engages with local clubs and organisations, reinforcing its commitment to serving the Atherton community and supporting students in their personal growth and future aspirations.
The school offers a knowledge-rich curriculum designed to foster deep understanding across various subjects. Atherton High School prides itself on its dedicated staff who encourage high academic standards and personal responsibility among students. The ethos of the school promotes a safe and supportive environment, where pupils are expected to uphold exemplary behaviour, allowing for a conducive learning atmosphere.
In addition to academic pursuits, Atherton High School emphasizes holistic development through cultural experiences and community involvement. The school actively engages with local clubs and organisations, reinforcing its commitment to serving the Atherton community and supporting students in their personal growth and future aspirations.
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Key details
- LA
- Wigan
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 547
- Boys
- 298
- Girls
- 249
- FSM %
- 45.90
- Open date
- 2012-09-03
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 547 | 298 | 249 | 450 | 45.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 525 | 294 | 231 | 450 | 45.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 494 | 266 | 228 | 450 | 42.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 494 | 266 | 228 | 450 | 42.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 453 | 232 | 221 | 450 | 28.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 424 | 213 | 211 | 450 | 27.00 |
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