Education

Blue Coat students celebrated an excellent set of GCSE outcomes

GCSE results: Blue Coat head can't conceal his pride as Class of '24 shine

There were huge celebrations at Blue Coat this morning as students, their families and staff all celebrated an excellent set of GCSE outcomes.

Date Published 22/08/2024


School achieves ‘best outcomes ever’ just weeks after losing ‘good’ Ofsted rating

A school in Oldham has seen its ‘best outcomes ever’ – just weeks after Ofsted removed its ‘good’ rating. 

Date Published 10/09/2024

Children’s Commissioner for England praises Oldham for raising school attendance rates

Dame Rachel de Souza visited the new Brian Clarke Academy where, she said, their education is so good children are 'running' to get to school.

Date Published 10/09/2024


Rishworth School welcomes their first female Head in its 300th Year

A new era has begun at Rishworth School as it has welcomed its first female Head since being founded 300 years ago.

Date Published 05/09/2024

Oldham parents are urged to support good school attendance

As local schools welcome the return of pupils this week, Oldham Council is encouraging parents, guardians and carers to play ‘a vital role’ in their child’s attendance ahead of...

Date Published 03/09/2024


GCSE results: Hulme Grammar School celebrates outstanding grades across the board

Hulme Grammar School has announced details of some brilliant achievements of its Year 11 students in this year’s GCSE examinations.

Date Published 22/08/2024

GCSE results: 'Fantastic' results for E-ACT students in Oldham

Staff and students at E-ACT The Oldham Academy North and E-ACT Royton and Crompton are today celebrating a collection of fantastic GCSE results.

Date Published 22/08/2024


GCSE results: It's all smiles once again at Crompton House

The publication of today’s GCSE results sees Crompton House School’s ‘Class of 2024’ celebrating excellent achievements, maintaining our strong track record of academic success.

Date Published 22/08/2024

GCSE results: Oasis Academy Leesbrook's class of '24 shine bright

Oasis Academy Leesbrook students have been celebrating some outstanding GCSE results as they now prepare for their further education.

Date Published 22/08/2024


GCSE results: Hathershaw students enjoy their moment in the limelight

The Hathershaw College is celebrating this year’s GCSE results with some tremendous individual success stories and with the majority of our cohort progressing to trust partner...

Date Published 22/08/2024

GCSE results: Plenty to celebrate at Radclyffe

Students at The Radclyffe School in Chadderton had a great deal to celebrate as the Class of 2024 received this year’s GCSE and BTEC results.

Date Published 22/08/2024


GCSE results: Exceptional achievements at Rishworth

Rishworth School students secured exceptional results in their GCSEs.

Date Published 22/08/2024

GCSE results: A full return to pre-2019 grades at Newman

Newman College staff celebrated with students this year’s GCSE results achievements.

Date Published 22/08/2024


Students celebrate T level success at Oldham College

Oldham College is celebrating another fantastic set of results that will launch its latest T Level students onto the next stage in their exciting career journeys.

Date Published 21/08/2024

Impressive A-level results at Hulme Grammar stand out against the national trend

Hulme Grammar School in Oldham is celebrating an exceptional set of A-Level results for the Class of 2024.

Date Published 15/08/2024


It's all smiles at Blue Coat on results day

There were lots of happy students and families celebrating at Blue Coat yesterday morning as the class of 2024 celebrated some excellent A Level results.

Date Published 15/08/2024

'Academic excellence' praised by proud Head

Students at Rishworth School, who include many from Oldham, have once again performed exceptionally, with 90% of all A-Level grades at A* - C, almost 15% above national average.

Date Published 15/08/2024


Oldham Sixth Form College A-level students have done 'a fantastic job'

Oldham Sixth Form College is celebrating outstanding A level and Vocational results.

Date Published 14/08/2024

Crompton House Head salutes 'significant milestone' on A-level results day

Crompton House Sixth Form students have once again achieved an outstanding set of A Level results, with 42% of students achieving at least one A* or A grade and 75% of grades...

Date Published 14/08/2024


Oldham Academy North's 'Diversity Big Bash' showcases cultural pride and unity

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) hosted its second annual culture day, or ‘Diversity Big Bash’, to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of its students and community.

Date Published 26/07/2024

Oldham Academy North launches ambassador awards

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) has launched a new initiative this year to celebrate the efforts and achievements of its staff.

Date Published 23/07/2024


Royton and Crompton Academy students shine in end of year performing arts showcase

Students at E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy took to the stage to demonstrate their exceptional talents in the end of year Performing Arts showcase.

Date Published 19/07/2024

UCO celebrates high student satisfaction rates

University Campus Oldham (UCO) is celebrating after its latest graduates rated it above the England sector average in every themed category of the National Student Survey (NSS)...

Date Published 19/07/2024


Stunning success for school fundraising squad

A dedicated team of school fundraisers are celebrating their most successful year.

Date Published 19/07/2024

Hathershaw College wins prestigious conservation award

Hathershaw College has been awarded the Chester Zoo Outstanding Conservation School Award, a significant recognition under the Chester Zoo Outstanding Conservation Education...

Date Published 13/07/2024


Oasis Academy Oldham achieves IQM Centre of Excellence status

Oasis Academy Oldham has announced that it has been awarded the prestigious IQM Inclusive School Award.

Date Published 13/07/2024

It’s time for stories to come alive

The school summer holidays will soon be with us - and that can only mean one thing, the popular Summer Reading Challenge is back.

Date Published 04/07/2024


Rotary Club Student of the Year awards take place at Civic Centre

The Rotary Club of Oldham presented the Student of the Year awards in the Council Chamber at the Civic Centre in the presence of the Deputy Mayor of Oldham, Councillor Eddie...

Date Published 03/07/2024

Oldham students triumph in Manchester Micro-Tyco competition

Thanks to a remarkable display of teamwork and passion, a group of students at Oasis Academy Oldham have won the prestigious Micro-Tyco competition in Manchester.

Date Published 01/07/2024


Oldhamer Keira named in prestigious UCLan’s Dean’s List Honours for 2024

Keira Penney, a talented pupil from Oldham and an alumna of Saddleworth School, has been honoured by being named in the prestigious Dean's List at the University of Central...

Date Published 28/06/2024

Westwood Academy rated ‘Outstanding’ following latest Ofsted inspection

Families and staff at Westwood Academy are celebrating following a May Ofsted visit - which led to an 'Outstanding' rating - found "pupils embody their school motto to ‘Believe,...

Date Published 27/06/2024


Hulme Grammar School launches Oldham-wide literacy award initiative

Hulme Grammar School has announced the launch of the Winfield Literacy Award for Oldham, a new initiative aimed at promoting literacy and creative writing among young people in...

Date Published 27/06/2024

Outstanding learners recognised at Oldham College student awards bash's

Oldham College celebrated the achievements and dedication of its students at inspiring awards ceremonies.

Date Published 27/06/2024


Saddleworth School to apply for academy status

Saddleworth School Governors have taken the decision to begin the process of applying for academy status and to join the Cranmer Education Trust.

Date Published 26/06/2024

Oldham Sixth Form College wins prestigious Social Mobility Award

The dedication and innovation of Oldham Sixth Form College (OSFC), and its partner schools, in helping students access the places at the most competitive universities has been...

Date Published 26/06/2024


Oasis kids win competition to name anti-poverty van

Pupils from the Oasis Academy in Hollinwood eyed a brand-new vehicle designed to help some of the borough’s most disadvantaged families and called it - Hope.

Date Published 21/06/2024

Waterhead Assistant Principal Neil raises vital funds for appointed Academy charity

Neil Wilson, Assistant Principal for Personal Development at Waterhead Academy, completed the recent Greater Manchester 10k run and raised funds for one of the Academy’s appointed...

Date Published 20/06/2024


Oldham Academy North pupils celebrate 'Thank a Teacher Day'

Students at E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) in Royton have honoured their teachers during this year’s Thank a Teacher Day.  

Date Published 20/06/2024

Oldham teenagers battle heavy rain and winds to complete DofE bronze awards in a school first

A trio of intrepid students from an EdStart School in Oldham battled the elements to complete a two-day expedition and each secure themselves a highly respected Duke of Edinburgh...

Date Published 20/06/2024


Students and their families gather to enjoy a fun-packed event to mark Eid al-Adha

For the second year running, E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) opened its doors to the Oldham community for a special Eid celebration.

Date Published 20/06/2024

The Oldham school looking for an ‘outstanding’ rating after glowing Ofsted report

A primary school in Oldham has been praised for its ‘respectful, responsible and resilient’ pupils and ‘ambitious and committed’ staff by Ofsted.

Date Published 19/06/2024


Waterhead Academy receive national recognition for outstanding careers provision

Waterhead Academy has been recognised for its high-quality careers provision, during its most recent Quality in Careers Standard Award assessment.

Date Published 18/06/2024

Free course for young creatives starts in September - and you can sign up now

Young performers, visual artists, writers, and budding events producers in the borough of Oldham are invited to find out what it takes to work in the creative industries on a...

Date Published 18/06/2024


Saddleworth School 'Good' award for travel plan

Youth Travel Ambassadors at Saddleworth School have been awarded ‘Good Travel Plan’ by Modeshift STARS accreditation for their efforts to increase levels of walking, cycling and...

Date Published 14/06/2024

One of Oldham’s biggest primary schools told it ‘requires improvement’ as older pupils ‘struggle to read’

One of Oldham’s biggest primary schools has lost its ‘Outstanding’ rating after Ofsted found that ‘many older pupils struggle to read’.

Date Published 13/06/2024


Oldham RLFC and Pro-Excel announce bid to set Guinness world record at Boundary Park

Oldham Rugby League Football Club has announced it is set to play host to one of the biggest-ever community performance events in the history of either code of rugby.

Date Published 12/06/2024

It's another 'Good' Ofsted inspection rating for Crompton House school

The students of Crompton House school continue to benefit from strong pastoral support, an ambitious curriculum and engage positively with a wide range of extra-curricular...

Date Published 11/06/2024


New Head for E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy

E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy, part of the E-ACT family of 29 academies, has welcomed its new headteacher Gemma Cottingham this week as she began her new role.

Date Published 10/06/2024

School reclaims good Ofsted rating after seven years

A primary school in Oldham has turned itself around after it was first told by Ofsted that teaching was ‘not good enough’ and kids’ attainments were ‘hampered’ by a poor...

Date Published 30/05/2024


Oasis Academy Limeside shortlisted for prestigious TES Inclusive School of the Year award

Oasis Academy Limeside has been shortlisted for the prestigious TES Award, in the ‘Inclusive School of the Year’ category.

Date Published 27/05/2024

Legal firm receives 'Outstanding Employer' award from Oldham College

AST Hampsons, Solicitors, have been presented with the prestigious 'Outstanding Employer' award by Oldham College.

Date Published 27/05/2024


Leesbrook achieve Star School Award in literacy

Oasis Academy Leesbrook staff and students have been chosen as a Star School by Lexia PowerUp Literacy.

Date Published 25/05/2024

Look for a Book challenge returns during May half-term

Manchester’s Festival of Libraries will be opening a new chapter this summer, with writers, artists, musicians and poets preparing to fill the region’s 133 libraries with...

Date Published 24/05/2024


Crompton House school shortlisted for 2024 Tes Awards

The best schools and teachers across the country have been shortlisted in this year’s Tes Schools Awards.

Date Published 23/05/2024

Smiles all round as Redrow has new Fir Bank reading hut covered

Primary school pupils in Oldham have a new outdoor reading shed thanks to a donation from a homebuilder’s community fund.

Date Published 22/05/2024


Volunteers needed to listen to children read in Oldham schools

As Schoolreaders celebrates its tenth year, the charity is on the lookout for volunteers who are passionate about nurturing a love for reading among children in primary schools...

Date Published 20/05/2024

Ground-breaking Oldham school for teens with trauma praised as ‘happy place’ by Ofsted

A one-of-a-kind school in Oldham designed for pupils with ‘turbulent histories’ has been praised by Ofsted as a ‘a happy place in which to learn’.

Date Published 17/05/2024


Hulme Grammar School renames library in honour of former Headmistress

Hulme Grammar School has announced the renaming of its school library, in tribute to the esteemed former Headmistress, Miss Winfield.

Date Published 16/05/2024

Five Pinnacle Learning Trust students saluted at Rotary Club awards ceremony

Five of the Pinnacle Learning Trust's students have been recognised at the Rotary Club of Oldham's Student of the Year awards, held in the Oldham Council Chambers.

Date Published 13/05/2024


Oldham youngster thriving thanks to Project Rugby

An Oldham youngster who had never previously picked up a rugby ball has credited the sport with boosting his confidence on and off the field.

Date Published 08/05/2024

Oldham education provider’s top team shortlisted for national award

The leadership team of E-ACT, a national multi-academy trust with 29 schools across England, including three in Oldham, has gained national recognition by being named as a...

Date Published 03/05/2024


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