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Unsworth Academy

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Unsworth Academy

Parr Lane, Bury, BL9 8LP

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
968
Ages
11-16
FSM
30.4%
Attainment 8
45.2
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2019

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
45.2
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
21.0%
Basics 9-5
38.1%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
20.1%
EBacc APS
3.87
EBacc 9-5
11.1%
EBacc 9-4
13.8%
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About Unsworth Academy

Unsworth Academy is a secondary school in Bury, Bury. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.2. The school has around 968 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Parr Lane, Bury, BL9 8LP | More schools in Bury

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Unsworth Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Apr 2025 — Improved significantly
  2. Nov 2019 — Good
  3. Apr 2016 — Inadequate (predecessor: Castlebrook High School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Unsworth Academy

What is Unsworth Academy's Ofsted rating?
Unsworth Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What are Unsworth Academy's latest exam results?
Unsworth Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.2. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Unsworth Academy located?
Unsworth Academy is a secondary school in Bury, Bury (BL9 8LP).
How many pupils attend Unsworth Academy?
Unsworth Academy has around 968 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Unsworth Academy with other schools?
View Unsworth Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Bury.