E-ACT the Oldham Academy North
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Broadway Royton Oldham Greater Manchester OL2 5BF |
| Phone | 01616522428 |
| Reference Number | 136115 |
E-ACT the Oldham Academy North has shown significant improvement since its last inspection, reflecting a strong commitment to providing high-quality education for all pupils, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds. The school boasts a rigorous and well-structured curriculum that promotes high levels of achievement and attendance while fostering an engaging and supportive environment for learning. Pupils report feeling safe, valued, and proud of their school, which actively encourages participation in a wide range of extracurricular activities and personal development opportunities. The leadership at the school, under the new headteacher Jessica Giraud, has effectively addressed any previous concerns and has implemented strategies that enhance educational outcomes. Despite being in the first cycle of inspections post-COVID-19, the school's focus on excellence and its drive for continuous improvement has been commendable, and it is well-prepared for its upcoming graded inspection. Relationships among staff and pupils are respectful, contributing significantly to a positive school culture.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1284 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.32%
Girls: 48.68% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 47.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 55.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 123 | 115 | 238 |
| 8 | 116 | 95 | 211 |
| 9 | 130 | 123 | 253 |
| 10 | 149 | 134 | 283 |
| 11 | 141 | 158 | 299 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pakistani | 19.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 9.7% |
| White, British | 9% |
| African | 3.7% |
| Unclassified | 2.3% |
| Asian, Other | 2.2% |
| White & Asian | 2.1% |
| White, Other | 1.9% |
| Indian | 0.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2025 | School inspection |
| 10 Mar 2020 | School inspection |
| 24 May 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 16 Sep 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 May 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jul 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2012 | Monitoring visit |
Strengths
- Highly ambitious and well-designed curriculum
- Strong emphasis on reading and literacy development
- High expectations leading to strong pupil achievement
- Pupils enjoy a wide range of extracurricular activities
- Effective support for pupils with SEND
- Exceptional personal development program
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 48.2 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 43.7% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 63.7% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 97 | 56 |
| Third Preference | 115 | 39 |
| From another Local Authority | 5 | 3 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School
Ormerod Avenue, Royton, St Anne's Primary School, Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 5DH |
0.14 miles |
|
Supreme Start Ltd
Unit 7, Roman Road, Royton, Oldham, OL2 5PJ |
0.22 miles |
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Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School
Roman Road, Royton, Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 5PQ |
0.23 miles |
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St. Paul's CofE Primary School
Hindle Drive, Royton, Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 5LU |
0.28 miles |
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Thorp Primary School
Westerdale Drive, Royton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL2 5TY |
0.67 miles |
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Royton Hall Primary School
High Barn Street, Royton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL2 6RW |
0.67 miles |
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Burnley Brow Community School
Victoria Street, Chadderton, Oldham, Lancashire, OL9 0BY |
0.81 miles |
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St Hilda's CofE Primary School
Tilbury Street, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 2HJ |
0.84 miles |
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The Chadderton Preparatory School
Broadway, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 0AD |
0.89 miles |
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Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School
Blackshaw Lane, Heyside, Royton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL2 6NT |
0.89 miles |
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Bare Trees Primary School
Holly Grove, Chadderton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 0DX |
0.95 miles |
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Northmoor Academy
Alderson Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6AQ |
1.11 miles |
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Holy Cross Ceva Primary School
Ruth Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL1 3EZ |
1.15 miles |
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Fir Bank Primary School
Grasmere Road, Royton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL2 6SJ |
1.15 miles |
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Chadderton Hall Road, Chadderton, Oldham, Lancashire, OL9 0BN |
1.16 miles |
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Westwood Academy
Middleton Road, Oldham, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6BH |
1.2 miles |
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Beever Primary School
Moorby Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL1 3QU |
1.24 miles |
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St Joseph's RC Junior, Infant and Nursery School, A Voluntary Academy
Oldham Road, Shaw, Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 8SZ |
1.24 miles |
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Richmond Academy
Winterbottom Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6HY |
1.31 miles |
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Willowpark Primary Academy
Vulcan Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL1 4LJ |
1.32 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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EdStart Schools Oldham and Rochdale
276 Maygate, Off Chadderton Way, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6TR |
0.73 miles |
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Ellen House Secondary
Ellen House, Waddington Street, Oldham, OL9 6QH |
0.92 miles |
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Path 4
Unit 1 Ayaan Business Park, Waddington Street, Oldham, OL9 6QH |
0.92 miles |
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SEE (Oldham)
Argent House, Shaw Road, Oldham, OL1 4AW |
1.01 miles |
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E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy
Blackshaw Lane, Royton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL2 6NT |
1.05 miles |
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North Chadderton School
Chadderton Hall Road, Chadderton, Oldham, Lancashire, OL9 0BN |
1.14 miles |
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The Blue Coat CofE School
Egerton Street, Chadderton, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 3SQ |
1.23 miles |
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The Oldham College
Rochdale Road, Oldham, Lancashire, OL9 6AA |
1.24 miles |
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The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
Bloom Street, Shaw, Oldham, OL9 6BP |
1.29 miles |
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Westwood High
Kelsall Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6HR |
1.35 miles |
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Westwood Boys School
121 Union Street, Oldham, OL1 1TE |
1.5 miles |
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Oldham Sixth Form College
Union Street West, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL8 1XU |
1.52 miles |
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The Springboard Project
2 Medtia Square, Phoenix Street, Oldham, OL1 1AN |
1.54 miles |
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The Radclyffe School
Hunt Lane, Chadderton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 0LS |
1.56 miles |
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The Crompton House Church of England Academy
Rochdale Road, Shaw, Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 7HS |
1.63 miles |
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Darul Hadis Latifiah Northwest
Plum Street, Oldham, Lancashire, OL8 1TJ |
1.64 miles |
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Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy
Off Canon Dolan Way, Chadderton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 9QY |
1.91 miles |
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Sapience Girls Academy
319 Waterloo Street, Glodwick, Oldham, OL4 1ER |
2.05 miles |
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Hulme Grammar School
Chamber Road, Oldham, OL8 4BX |
2.13 miles |
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St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Shaw Road, Thornham, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 4RX |
2.15 miles |