Co-op Academy Walkden

A good academy converter school in Salford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Co-op Academy Walkden.

Manchester, M287JB Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
43.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.47
English & Maths grade 4+ %
56.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 63.1%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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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
23 May 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
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
Old Clough Lane
Walkden
Manchester, M287JB
Phone
1618501625
Website
walkden.coopacademies.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
146404
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
Old Clough Lane, Walkden, Manchester, M28 7JB
Website
https://walkden.coopacademies.co.uk/
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1500 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
1,491
Free School Meals
29.4% (438 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.1% (61 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
27.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
44.4
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.3
English Attainment 8:
9.9
Maths Attainment 8:
8.7
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
13.6
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.3
Ebacc English:
97.6%
Ebacc Entry:
16.3%
Ebacc Humanities:
89.5%
Ebacc Languages:
27.8%
Ebacc Maths:
98.3%
Ebacc Sciences:
97.6%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.47
Progress 8 Range:
-0.63 to -0.30

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
63.1 (+11.1 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
41 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
248
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,491 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Do what matters most Be yourself, always Show you care Succeed together

Head Teacher's Message

A warm welcome from Principal Mr M Hacker. He describes his seven years as Principal, pride in leading the amazing young people, the academy's focus on an inspiring and ambitious curriculum, a nurturing learning environment, commitment to Co-op values and Ways of Being, and ongoing development to give students the best chances of success.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Sports teams

Curriculum Highlights

Ambitious curriculum Wide and varied choice of academic and vocational subjects Extra-curricular opportunities including sports teams, musical and theatre Combined Cadets and Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

We are currently consulting on our proposed Admissions Policy for 2027-28. To find out more, please see our Admissions page.

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