Denton Community Academy
Denton Community Academy is a secondary located in Tameside, M34 3NG. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Inadequate. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16.
Denton Community Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
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: Tameside
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1530
Number of Pupils: N/A
Number of Boys: N/A
Number of Girls: N/A
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: N/A
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-09
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: Inadequate
Category of Concern: SM
Quality of Education: Inadequate
Behaviour & Attitudes: Inadequate
Personal Development: Inadequate
Leadership & Management: Inadequate
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: No
Inspection Date: 2023-03-23
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Cumming
Phone: 01613362219
Website: https://dca.northerneducationtrust.org/
Location: Taylor Lane, Denton
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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 Denton Community Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Denton Community Academy?
Denton Community Academy has been rated Inadequate by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Denton Community Academy admit?
Denton Community Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Denton Community Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Denton Community Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Denton Community Academy?
Denton Community Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Denton Community Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Denton Community 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 Denton Community Academy?
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