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Saddleworth School

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Saddleworth School

Huddersfield Road, Diggle, Oldham, OL3 5NU

Academy converter · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Requires improvement
Jan 2024

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Good
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About Saddleworth School

Saddleworth School is a secondary school in Oldham, Oldham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Huddersfield Road, Oldham, OL3 5NU | More schools in Oldham

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jan 2024 — Requires improvement
  2. Jan 2024 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Saddleworth School)
  3. Mar 2015 — Good (predecessor: Saddleworth School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Saddleworth School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
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Saddleworth School is a secondary school in Oldham, Oldham (OL3 5NU).
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