Atherton High School
Atherton High School is a secondary located in Wigan, M46 0AY. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 525 pupils on roll.
Atherton High School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a free schools.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Free schools
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: Not applicable
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Wigan
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 450
Number of Pupils: 525
Number of Boys: 294
Number of Girls: 231
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 45.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-14
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-05-14
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Turner
Phone: 01942885500
Website: http://www.athertonhigh.com/
Location: Hamilton Street
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Atherton High School
What is the Ofsted rating of Atherton High School?
Atherton High School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Atherton High School admit?
Atherton High School admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Atherton High School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Atherton High School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Atherton High School?
Atherton High School is a free schools offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Atherton High School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Atherton High School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Atherton High School?
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