SecondaryData as of May 2026

Unsworth Academy

Parr Lane, Bury, BL9 8LP

A Good-rated secondary school in Bury.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

968

Ages

11-16

FSM

30.4%

Attainment 8

45.2

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2019

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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). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 96 responses), 87% of parents would recommend this school. 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.

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.

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

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Unsworth Academy

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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 do parents say about Unsworth Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 96 responses): 87% of parents would recommend Unsworth Academy.

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?

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