SecondaryData as of May 2026

E-ACT the Oldham Academy North

Broadway, Royton, Oldham, OL2 5BF

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

May 2016

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

48.0school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

48.0

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

20.9%

Basics 9-5

43.4%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

48.0

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	46.1	46.4
2023/24	46.9	46.4
2024/25	48.0	46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	+0.54	0.00
2023/24	+0.38	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

52.9%

EBacc APS

4.34

EBacc 9-5

23.4%

EBacc 9-4

37.3%

How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

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What parents say and who teaches here

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

EdStart Schools Oldham and Rochdale

1.18 km away · Other independent special school

Ellen House Secondary

1.48 km away · Other independent school

Path 4

1.48 km away · Other independent special school

SEE (Oldham)

1.62 km away · Other independent special school

E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy

1.69 km away · Academy sponsor led

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About E-ACT the Oldham Academy North

E-ACT the Oldham Academy North is a secondary school in Oldham, Oldham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 135 responses), 87% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.0. The school has around 1,284 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Broadway, Oldham, OL2 5BF | More schools in Oldham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for E-ACT the Oldham Academy North, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2025 — Improved significantly
Mar 2020 — School remains Good
May 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about E-ACT the Oldham Academy North

What is E-ACT the Oldham Academy North's Ofsted rating?

E-ACT the Oldham Academy North received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What do parents say about E-ACT the Oldham Academy North?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 135 responses): 87% of parents would recommend E-ACT the Oldham Academy North.

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

E-ACT the Oldham Academy North: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.0. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is E-ACT the Oldham Academy North located?

E-ACT the Oldham Academy North is a secondary school in Oldham, Oldham (OL2 5BF).

How many pupils attend E-ACT the Oldham Academy North?

E-ACT the Oldham Academy North has around 1,284 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare E-ACT the Oldham Academy North with other schools?

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