North Chadderton School

URN: 141248 • Oldham OL9 0BN

Overview

Name
North Chadderton School
URN
141248
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE OAK TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
51.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nikola Westhead Nicholas Angus (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01616249939
Website
Visit
Address
Chadderton Hall Road, Oldham OL9 0BN

Summary

North Chadderton School is a mixed secondary academy located in Oldham, serving approximately 1,569 students with a capacity of 1,512. The school is part of The Oak Trust, a Multi Academy Trust that includes local primary schools, aiming to prepare students to be 'School Ready, Work Ready, Life Ready'. The school is committed to providing an academically rigorous and creative education, fostering both personal and leadership development among its students.

The ethos of North Chadderton School revolves around the values of hard work, kindness, and making a difference. The school prioritises the well-being of its students, ensuring they receive both academic and social support. With a focus on student leadership, the school encourages pupils to develop skills that complement their academic achievements, preparing them for future success.

North Chadderton School has a long-standing reputation for inclusivity and diversity, striving to create a supportive environment where every student can thrive. The leadership team is dedicated to maintaining high expectations and promoting good conduct, alongside academic progress, to help students become well-rounded individuals.

Key details

LA
Oldham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE OAK TRUST
Capacity
1512
Pupils
1569
Boys
752
Girls
817
FSM %
24.90
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1569 752 817 1512 24.90
2024-09-11 1578 749 829 1512 22.30
2023-09-11 1582 784 798 1512 19.00
2022-09-11 1582 784 798 1512 19.00
2021-09-11 1571 771 800 1512 16.30
2020-09-11 1551 767 784 1512 13.70

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