Wardle Academy

URN: 140055 • Rochdale OL12 9RD

Overview

Name
Wardle Academy
URN
140055
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WATERGROVE TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Glennie (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01706373911
Website
Visit
Address
Birch Road, Rochdale OL12 9RD

Summary

Wardle Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Rochdale, with a current enrollment of 1,364 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,200. The academy operates under the ethos known as "The Wardle Way," which emphasizes a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The headteacher, Mr. James Glennie, leads the school in fostering a culture of respect, responsibility, and resilience among students.

The curriculum at Wardle Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also promoting extracurricular activities, such as sports and the arts, to encourage well-rounded development. Approximately 28.9% of students are eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to supporting disadvantaged learners.

Wardle Academy actively engages with the local community, ensuring that students are not only prepared for academic success but also for their roles as responsible citizens. The school maintains open lines of communication with parents and guardians, providing various resources and support to enhance student well-being and academic progress. For more information, visit their website at http://www.wardleacademy.co.uk/.

Key details

LA
Rochdale
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WATERGROVE TRUST
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1364
Boys
676
Girls
688
FSM %
28.90
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Greater Manchester

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1364 676 688 1200 28.90
2024-09-11 1366 669 697 1200 26.80
2023-09-11 1247 631 616 1200 23.40
2022-09-11 1247 631 616 1200 23.40
2021-09-11 1220 615 605 1200 21.70
2020-09-11 1226 633 593 1200 17.00

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