Co-op Academy Walkden
URN: 146404 • Manchester M28 7JB
Overview
- Name
- Co-op Academy Walkden
- URN
- 146404
- Type
- Academy converter
- 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
- 66.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matt Hacker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01618501625
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Old Clough Lane, Manchester M28 7JB
Summary
Co-op Academy Walkden is a mixed secondary academy located in Worsley, Manchester, with a current enrolment of 1,478 pupils and a capacity of 1,500. The academy operates under the Co-op Academies Trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. The Principal, Matt Hacker, leads the school with a focus on fostering student aspirations and academic achievement.
The curriculum at Co-op Academy Walkden is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, encouraging both academic and personal growth. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, with dedicated staff available to support students' wellbeing and educational journeys. Parents can easily contact their child's Head of Year or the Raising Aspirations Lead for additional support.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy's ethos, with an active Academy Community Council that encourages parental involvement. The school also prioritises safeguarding, ensuring that students feel safe and supported throughout their time at the academy. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Co-op Academy Walkden is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, encouraging both academic and personal growth. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, with dedicated staff available to support students' wellbeing and educational journeys. Parents can easily contact their child's Head of Year or the Raising Aspirations Lead for additional support.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy's ethos, with an active Academy Community Council that encourages parental involvement. The school also prioritises safeguarding, ensuring that students feel safe and supported throughout their time at the academy. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wright Robinson College (79.2)
- Wright Robinson College (72.6)
- Middleton Technology School (70.2)
- Urmston Grammar School (70.2)
- Parrs Wood High School (68.2)
Key details
- LA
- Salford
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1500
- Pupils
- 1478
- Boys
- 753
- Girls
- 725
- FSM %
- 27.90
- Open date
- 2018-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1478 | 753 | 725 | 1500 | 27.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1491 | 748 | 743 | 1500 | 26.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1487 | 766 | 721 | 1500 | 22.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1487 | 766 | 721 | 1500 | 22.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1449 | 774 | 675 | 1500 | 20.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1436 | 749 | 687 | 1500 | 18.00 |
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