Rochdale Sixth Form College
Rochdale Sixth Form College is an academy 16-19 converter in Rochdale for pupils aged 16 to 19. The latest Ofsted rating for Rochdale Sixth Form College is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2022.
Ofsted inspection: December 2022. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | 16-19 academy / Academy 16-19 converter |
| Age Range | 16-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | College Road Rochdale Lancashire OL12 6HY |
| Reference Number | 144463 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Rochdale Sixth Form College has been assessed as outstanding in all domains of the inspection, reflecting a high standard of education since its establishment in 2010. The college provides a broad range of A-levels and vocational courses tailored to the needs and interests of its 1,878 students, including effective support for those with special educational needs and disabilities. Students report high levels of satisfaction and engagement, showcasing remarkable personal development, behaviour, and academic success, with many progressing to prestigious universities or higher-level vocational training.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 18 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Oct 2022 | Full inspection: |
| Converted to an academy |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education across all domains.
- High levels of student satisfaction and positive college culture.
- Effective support for students with special educational needs.
- Strong partnerships with local schools for curriculum alignment.
- Highly qualified teaching staff utilizing expert subject knowledge.
- Strong focus on student well-being and manageable workloads for staff.
- High proportions of students progressing to positive destinations.
Points
| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 37.53 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 38.6 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B | B | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 17.2% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2024–25 Rochdale Sixth Form College received £5,122 and spent £5,827 for each of its 2,096 pupils. It ended the year with reserves of £2,367,000 (£1,129 per pupil).
Across all 5 schools of Altus Education Partnership, income was £5,944 and spending £7,010 per pupil.
Income per pupil
Spending per pupil
| 2022 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue reserve | £7,855,000 | £2,367,000 |
| per pupil | £4,217 | £1,129 |
| In-year balance | £1,209,000 | -£1,477,000 |
| per pupil | £649 | -£704 |
Source: Department for Education, Financial Benchmarking and Insights Tool. Each year is the one the financial year ends in (2024 is 2023–24). Academy figures include a share of the trust's central services, shared out by pupil numbers, and are rounded to the nearest £1,000. Premises costs were defined differently from 2024, so compare them across that gap with care.
| Name | Distance |
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Broadfield Community Primary School
Sparrow Hill, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 1QT |
0.25 miles |
|
Spotland Primary Academy
Edmund Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 6QG |
0.37 miles |
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Howard Street Nursery School
Howard Street, Rochdale, OL12 0PP |
0.41 miles |
|
Whitehall Academy
21 Whitehall Street, Rochdale, OL12 0LN |
0.45 miles |
|
St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Ann Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1EZ |
0.56 miles |
|
Darul Madinah Rochdale Ltd
(Secondary) Richmond Hall, Lomax Street, Rochdale, OL12 0JR |
0.62 miles |
|
Darul Madinah Rochdale Ltd
(Primary School) Richmond Hall, Lomax Street, Rochdale, OL12 0JR |
0.62 miles |
|
Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School
Churchill Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 7DJ |
0.73 miles |
|
Greenbank Primary School
Greenbank Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 0HZ |
0.76 miles |
|
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School
Foxholes Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 0ET |
0.84 miles |
|
Brimrod Community Primary School
Holborn Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 4NB |
0.84 miles |
|
Deeplish Primary Academy
Derby Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1LT |
0.85 miles |
|
Nuqtah Primary School
235 Ashfield Road, Rochdale, OL11 1QH |
0.85 miles |
|
Heybrook Primary School
Park Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 9BJ |
0.89 miles |
|
All Saints Church of England Primary School
Maud Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 0EL |
0.9 miles |
|
Marland Hill Community Primary School
Roch Mills Crescent, Off Roch Valley Way, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 4QW |
0.94 miles |
|
Ashfield Valley Primary School
New Barn Lane, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1TA |
0.96 miles |
|
Shawclough Community Primary School
Thrum Hall Lane, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 6DE |
1.18 miles |
|
Lowerplace Primary School
Kingsway, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 4UU |
1.22 miles |
|
Belfield Community School
Samson Street, Belfield, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 2XW |
1.25 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Beech House School
184 Manchester Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 4JQ |
0.54 miles |
|
Falinge Park High School
Falinge Road, Shawclough, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 6LD |
0.58 miles |
|
Rochdale Islamic Academy
Greenbank Rd, Rochdale, OL12 0HZ |
0.76 miles |
|
Rochdale Islamic Academy
36 Taylor Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 0HX |
0.78 miles |
|
Healey Learning Centre
Unit 16, Hollow Works, Shawclough Road, Rochdale, OL12 6LN |
0.86 miles |
|
Oulder Hill Leadership Academy
Hudsons Walk, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 5EF |
0.93 miles |
|
Redwood
Hudsons Walk, Rochdale, OL11 5EW |
0.99 miles |
|
Kingsway Park High School
Turf Hill Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 4XA |
1.4 miles |
|
Willow View School
Fisherfield Farm, Hargate Avenue, Norden, Rochdale, OL12 6BT |
1.41 miles |
|
Matthew Moss High School
Matthew Moss Lane, Marland, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 3LU |
1.47 miles |
|
Meadows School
Egerton House, Wardle Road, Wardle, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 9EN |
1.73 miles |
|
Great Howarth School
Great Howarth Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 9HJ |
1.78 miles |
|
St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Shaw Road, Thornham, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 4RX |
2.12 miles |
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Wardle Academy
Birch Road, Wardle, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 9RD |
2.29 miles |
|
Brookland School
13 Newhey Road, Milnrow, Rochdale, Royton, Lancashire, OL16 3NP |
2.52 miles |
|
Hollingworth Academy
Cornfield Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 3DR |
2.6 miles |
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Whitworth Community High School
Hall Street, Hallford, Hallfold, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 8TS |
2.9 miles |
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Heywood Academy
West Starkey Street, Heywood, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL10 4TW |
2.91 miles |
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Newhouse Academy
Newhouse Road, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 2NT |
3.23 miles |
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Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College
Pot Hall, Wilton Grove, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 2AA |
3.25 miles |
All schools in Rochdale · Rochdale local authority: places and applications
Rochdale Sixth Form College is part of Altus Education Partnership, which runs 5 schools. The nearest others:
- Caldershaw Primary School Rochdale
- Kingsway Park High School Rochdale
- Bamford Academy Manchester
- Edgar Wood Academy Heywood
What is Rochdale Sixth Form College's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Rochdale Sixth Form College is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2022.
When was Rochdale Sixth Form College last inspected by Ofsted?
Rochdale Sixth Form College was last inspected in December 2022.
What age range does Rochdale Sixth Form College cover?
Rochdale Sixth Form College for pupils aged 16 to 19.
Where is Rochdale Sixth Form College?
Rochdale Sixth Form College is at College Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 6HY.