Is E-ACT the Oldham Academy North a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 24 April 2025. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 2nd of 14 secondary schools in Oldham. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are E-ACT the Oldham Academy North's GCSE results?

In the 2026 GCSEs, pupils at E-ACT the Oldham Academy North averaged an Attainment 8 score of 45.5 (England: 46.2). 44% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths.

How do I apply for a place at E-ACT the Oldham Academy North?

Applications for Year 7 places at E-ACT the Oldham Academy North starting in September 2027 close on 31 October 2026. You apply through the council where you live, even for a school in another area, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 1 March 2027 (or the next working day).

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E-ACT the Oldham Academy North

Broadway, Royton, Oldham, OL2 5BF

Local ranking2nd of 14 secondary schools in Oldham

Ofsted: GoodUpdated

Secondary

Phase

1380

Capacity

11-16

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2026 GCSEs · Ofsted inspection 24 April 2025. Figures last updated 15 October 2026.

Year:

GCSE Results

2025-26

Average Attainment 8: 45.5 nat46.2
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths: 44.0% nat46.3%
Grade 4+ Eng & Maths: 62.1% nat64.8%
Cohort Size: 277

Destinations

After GCSE 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 92.0%
Continued in education: 91.0%
Apprenticeships: 1.0%
Employment: 0.0%
Not sustained: 6.0%

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 1284
Boys: 650 (52%)
Girls: 608 (48%)
Capacity: 1380 (91% full)
SEND: 11.4%
FSM Eligible: 49.3%
EAL: 55.8%
SEN with EHC Plan: 1.7%
SEN Support: 9.7%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 19.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 67.2
Budget per Pupil: £6,867/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

*Data not available for 2025-26 — showing latest available results

Overall Absence Rate: 6.3% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 15.4% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Academy sponsor led
Phase: Secondary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Non-selective

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

Asian Bangladeshi: 43.0%
Asian Pakistani: 20.3%
Mixed Other: 10.0%
White British: 9.2%
Black African: 3.8%
Other: 3.3%
Asian Other: 2.2%
Mixed White & Asian: 2.1%

43.0%

Asian Bangladeshi

20.3%

Asian Pakistani

10.0%

Mixed Other

Historical Trends

GCSE Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Contact & Location

01616522428

Jessica.Giraud@e-act.org.uk

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Broadway

Oldham, North West

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Administrative

URN: 136115
UKPRN: 10030433
Establishment No.: 6906
Trust: E-ACT

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