The Hathershaw College

A good academy converter school in Oldham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Hathershaw College.

Oldham, OL83EP Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

55

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
49.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.23
English & Maths grade 4+ %
50.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 53.2%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
20 April 2016
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Bellfield Avenue
Hathershaw
Oldham, OL83EP
Phone
1617708555
Website
hathershaw.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137039
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
Bellfield Avenue, Hathershaw, Oldham, OL8 3EP
Website
www.hathershaw.org.uk
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE PINNACLE LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1050 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,047
Free School Meals
42.6% (446 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.3% (45 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
25.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
41.0
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.3
English Attainment 8:
8.6
Maths Attainment 8:
8.5
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
11.6
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.3
Ebacc English:
95.6%
Ebacc Entry:
23.4%
Ebacc Humanities:
88.8%
Ebacc Languages:
40.0%
Ebacc Maths:
96.6%
Ebacc Sciences:
95.1%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.23
Progress 8 Range:
-0.42 to -0.03

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
29 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
174
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,047 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Together we Succeed"

The Three Rs: Responsible, Respectful and Ready to Learn

Promotes British values and celebrates the rich diversity of our multi-cultural school community by teaching young people to have tolerance for all faiths and cultures.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Acting Principal Rob Logan: the college is inclusive and prioritises happiness and safety so pupils can learn; the curriculum is improving with high standards and a commitment to life-changing opportunities; strong partnerships within the Pinnacle Learning Trust.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Football Trampolining Netball Dodgeball Keyboard Club Choir Art Photography Orchestra Chess Club Reading Club School Council

Sports

Football Trampolining Netball Dodgeball

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and balanced five-year curriculum (KS3 years 7-9, KS4 years 10-11) Wide range of academic and vocational subjects with emphasis on the English Baccalaureate Strong focus on STEAM subjects and literacy Design and Technology is compulsory at KS4 Music provision through MiSST with instrument access for Year 7-9 Duke of Edinburgh Award participation SMSC development and British values Extensive enrichment through Hathershaw Extras and external partnerships

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

SEND Provision

High-quality SEND provision with a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCO) and a team of Learning Support staff; uses a graduated approach to SEND support; liaises with parents; provides access arrangements after assessment; develops Individual Healthcare Plans alongside EHCP or SEN Support Plan; keeps SEND records up to date; works with safeguarding and pastoral teams to meet pupils’ needs.

Admissions Criteria

The college participates in the Local Authority coordinated admissions scheme with deadlines set by the authority; in-year transfers are available via an In-Year Transfer Application form; information is available in the Admissions Policies.

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