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Firwood High School

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Firwood High School

Stitch-MI Lane, Bolton, BL2 4HU

Academy special converter · Ages 11–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Mar 2023

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Exam Results

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
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Basics 9-5
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Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/25Not available46.0

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

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YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available0.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

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Nearby secondary schools

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0.21 km away · Academy converter
Requires improvement
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1.27 km away · Academy alternative provision converter
Good
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1.31 km away · Other independent special school
Canon Slade School
1.81 km away · Academy converter
Good
Birtenshaw School Bolton
2.68 km away · Non-maintained special school
Good

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About Firwood High School

Firwood High School is a secondary school in Bolton, Bolton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). The school has around 230 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Stitch-MI Lane, Bolton, BL2 4HU | More schools in Bolton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Firwood High School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Mar 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Nov 2012 — Good (predecessor: Firwood High School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Firwood High School

What is Firwood High School's Ofsted rating?
Firwood High School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
Where is Firwood High School located?
Firwood High School is a secondary school in Bolton, Bolton (BL2 4HU).
How many pupils attend Firwood High School?
Firwood High School has around 230 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
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