Co-op Academy Failsworth

URN: 144627 • Manchester M35 9HA

Overview

Name
Co-op Academy Failsworth
URN
144627
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Phillip Quirk (since 2025)
Telephone
01616883900
Website
Visit
Address
Brierley Avenue, Manchester M35 9HA

Summary

Co-op Academy Failsworth is a mixed secondary academy located in Manchester, serving approximately 1,428 students with a capacity of 1,500. The school is part of the Co-op Academies Trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. Under the leadership of Headteacher Mr. Phill Quirk, the academy emphasizes a strong community ethos, aiming to foster personal growth alongside academic achievement.

The curriculum at Co-op Academy Failsworth is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for future opportunities. The school also places a significant focus on student well-being and support, offering resources for special educational needs through their SENCO, Kate Darlington. Parents can easily report absences and access important information through the school's dedicated communication channels.

With a notable percentage of students eligible for free school meals (44.20%), the academy is attuned to the diverse needs of its community. Co-op Academy Failsworth actively encourages parental involvement and feedback, ensuring that the voices of families are heard in the governance and development of the school.

Key details

LA
Oldham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1500
Pupils
1428
Boys
724
Girls
704
FSM %
44.20
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1428 724 704 1500 44.20
2024-09-11 1441 710 731 1500 41.90
2023-09-11 1463 715 748 1500 34.40
2022-09-11 1463 715 748 1500 34.40
2021-09-11 1458 730 728 1500 31.30
2020-09-11 1446 727 719 1500 24.60

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