The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
URN: 149137 • Oldham OL9 6BP
Overview
- Name
- The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
- URN
- 149137
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CRANMER EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Allison Ash (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01617855085
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bloom Street, Oldham OL9 6BP
Summary
The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy is a mixed secondary free school located in Oldham, serving a diverse student population of 719, with a capacity for 1,200. Established to provide an inclusive education for students of all faiths and backgrounds, the academy aims to reflect the multicultural and multi-faith community of Oldham. The school is part of the Cranmer Education Trust, which emphasizes values of ambition, excellence, and community.
The academy offers a curriculum designed to foster aspiration and achievement, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education. With a commitment to high standards, the school focuses on delivering excellent teaching and robust pastoral support, preparing students for their future educational journeys and life beyond school.
Under the leadership of an experienced headteacher, the academy prioritises nurturing each student's potential, promoting personal growth alongside academic success. The school encourages collaboration among pupils, parents, and staff to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive and contribute positively to society.
The academy offers a curriculum designed to foster aspiration and achievement, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education. With a commitment to high standards, the school focuses on delivering excellent teaching and robust pastoral support, preparing students for their future educational journeys and life beyond school.
Under the leadership of an experienced headteacher, the academy prioritises nurturing each student's potential, promoting personal growth alongside academic success. The school encourages collaboration among pupils, parents, and staff to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive and contribute positively to society.
Useful links
- Calendar (calendar)
- News & Calendar (calendar)
- News & Calendar (calendar)
- PROSPECTUS (download)
- 3Septermber Year 7 Start School (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions Explained (other)
- Year 7 Admissions (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Blue Coat CofE School (81.6)
- The Crompton House Church of England Academy (71.8)
- The Radclyffe School (61.1)
- Saddleworth School (57.6)
- Waterhead Academy (56.0)
Key details
- LA
- Oldham
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CRANMER EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 719
- Boys
- 349
- Girls
- 370
- FSM %
- 40.10
- Open date
- 2022-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 719 | 349 | 370 | 1200 | 40.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 480 | 224 | 256 | 1200 | 36.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1200 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1200 |
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