Whitehall Academy

A other independent special school school in Rochdale. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Whitehall Academy.

Rochdale, OL120LN Age 5-11 Mixed intake
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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%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
21 Whitehall Street
Rochdale, OL120LN

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School Information

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Source: GIAS
URN
151391
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Special
Address
21 Whitehall Street, Rochdale, OL12 0LN
Age range
5-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Opened
05-03-2025
Capacity
28 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

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Ethos & Values

"Be Kind, Be Safe, Be Responsible."

Be Kind Be Safe Be Responsible

The school promotes the Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development, with these being embedded across the curriculum. The school teaches tolerance and understanding of different faiths and cultural beliefs and promotes freedom of expression and personal choice. The school welcomes and supports pupils and their families from any religious faith or no faith.

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum begins with breakfast club and is designed to be tangible in every part of the school day Engagement Curriculum at all Key Stages (KS1 – KS2) and the core and foundation of the formal curriculum Outdoor learning as a fundamental part of the curriculum, including enrichment visits Evidence for Learning (Bsquared) assessment including the Engagement Model to monitor impact Small group delivery (5–6 pupils per class) with personalised learning Interventions and therapies delivered in collaboration with external agencies (SALT, ELSA, OT, Art Therapy)

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

Whitehall Academy provides education for pupils with special educational needs, with a focus on supporting their learning and development. The school emphasises safeguarding and well-being, and therapy interventions are delivered in collaboration with external agencies (SALT, ELSA, OT, Art Therapy) as part of its intervention program alongside academic curriculum.

Admissions Criteria

Admission is for pupils aged between 5 and 11 years with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) that identifies Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as the primary area of need. The pupil is generally expected to have average cognitive abilities but may have learning difficulties or dyslexia; both pupil and parents/carers must demonstrate commitment to the placement; Looked After Children require a stable home base; admission depends on there being a vacancy in the year group and not negatively impacting existing pupils.

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