Woodhey High School
Bury, BL0 9QZ · Bury · secondary school
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1st of 12 secondary schools in Bury we can score, 14 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 770 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.5/10 among them, against 6.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 54.1 · 71 | 46% | 3.29 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.05 · 54 | 38% | 2.07 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 49.8 · 69 | 15% | 1.06 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodhey High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.2% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.05 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Duke of Edinburgh, PGL Adventure at Caythorpe Court, and Leavers’ Prom.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,111 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,050. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How are trips like PGL Adventure funded or organised?
What Ofsted said about Woodhey High School
Overview
Woodhey High School has undergone a significant transformation, with pupils and staff reporting a "palpable change in culture" since the previous inspection. The school is now characterised by strong community ties, high expectations, and a focus on the core values of "respect and excellence," resulting in positive pupil engagement and achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "commendable" behaviour and "exceptional engagement" in lessons, guided by high standards and respectful interactions.
- The curriculum is "well designed," ensuring pupils acquire knowledge in "clearly ordered steps" to build secure understanding before tackling complex concepts.
- Personal development is "exemplary," featuring a comprehensive careers programme and form sessions addressing real-life issues like financial literacy and gender equality.
- Staff feel "well supported" by leaders who prioritise workload management and well-being, fostering a community where staff "take great pride."
- A structured approach to reading support helps pupils who find reading difficult become "confident and fluent readers."
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure assessment strategies effectively identify and address knowledge gaps, as the current impact is "variable" in some subjects, limiting opportunities for pupils to apply new knowledge.
- The school should strengthen the specificity of information provided to teachers regarding support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as current guidance sometimes lacks detail or appropriateness.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 49.2 |
| 2024/25 | 47.3 |
| 2025/26 | 49.8 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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