Edgar Wood Academy
Edgar Wood Academy is a secondary located in Rochdale, OL10 2QN. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 476 pupils on roll.
Edgar Wood Academy 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: N/A
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural hamlet and isolated dwellings
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Rochdale
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 900
Number of Pupils: 476
Number of Boys: 235
Number of Girls: 241
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 36.8
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-19
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: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-01-18
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
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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 Edgar Wood Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Edgar Wood Academy?
Edgar Wood Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Edgar Wood Academy admit?
Edgar Wood Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Edgar Wood Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Edgar Wood Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Edgar Wood Academy?
Edgar Wood Academy is a free schools offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Edgar Wood Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Edgar Wood Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Edgar Wood Academy?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Edgar Wood Academy in Rochdale. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
