Hopwood Hall College
| Type | General Further Education and Tertiary / Further education |
| Age Range | 16-99 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Middleton Campus Rochdale Road Middleton Manchester Greater Manchester M24 6XH |
| Reference Number | 130507 |
Hopwood Hall College is a general further education college in Greater Manchester and has been rated as good in all areas of provision. The college is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment that supports learners from diverse backgrounds, including those with high needs. Learners show notable progress, often improving their confidence and social skills, with strong pathways to further education and employment. The college's curriculum aligns well with local and regional skill needs, demonstrating a robust engagement with local employers to ensure relevance.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 25 Apr 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Apr 2023 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 16 Nov 2016 | Short inspection: |
| 23 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Apr 2010 | Monitoring visit |
| 05 Dec 2008 | Monitoring visit |
| 30 Apr 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Oct 2006 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 Nov 2003 | Inspection |
Strengths
- Inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for learners and apprentices.
- Strong progression rates to further learning, apprenticeships, or employment.
- Ambitious curriculum aligned with local and regional needs.
- Effective support for learners with high needs.
- Comprehensive careers programme tailored for all types of learners.
Areas for Improvement
- Low attendance in some areas, particularly English and mathematics.
- Need for improved training for staff working with learners with complex needs.
- Inconsistent use of assessments to identify learning gaps.
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