North Chadderton School
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| North Chadderton School | |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| Chadderton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, England | |
| Information | |
| Type | Secondary Comprehensive |
| Motto | "Preparing students for a life time of success" |
| Established | c1900 |
| Specialist status | Business and Enterprise College |
| Homepage | School Website |
North Chadderton School is a mixed gender comprehensive school and sixth form for 11 - 18 year olds, located in Chadderton, in the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham, Greater Manchester, England. It has recently been given the specialist status as a Business and Enterprise College.
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[edit] Academics
The range of academic years correspond to ages from 11 to 18. Students follow the UK National Curriculum. Key Stage 3 examinations are taken at the end of Year 9. Key Stage 4 (GCSE) examinations are taken during Years 10 and 11. Most students leaving the Sixth Form go on to study at Universities within the UK. Some students gain places at other Universities in the European Union. A wide range of subjects is offered, including IT, Psychology and chemistry.
“Spiritual, moral and cultural development is a major strength of the school. There is a strong pastoral system which is well-structured, consistent in its dealings with pupils and has a coherent approach. Consequently, pupils feel secure in the school and have trust in their teachers".
Ofsted Report.
[edit] Sixth Form
North Chadderton has its own 6th form with the majority of pupils former students at the compulsory level (yr7-11). There are a number of subjects available at AS-Level and A-level to study at North Chadderton.
[edit] Famous Alumini
- William Ash (Actor)
- Karen Elson (Supermodel)
- Jenia Allen (Supermodel)
- Kelvin Fletcher (Actor)
- Matthew Gilks (Footballer)
- Iestyn Harris (Rugby League Player)
- Jeff Hordley (Actor)
- Tyrone Mears (Footballer)
- Nicola Stephenson (Actress)
[edit] Faculty
Headteacher - Barbara Howse
Deputy Headteachers - Fiona Jack, Judi White, Alan Blackburn (Upper School)
Assistant Headteachers - Sue Middlebrough, Julie Sutcliffe (Upper School); Ali Shackleton, Ali Cheetham (Lower School)
Business & Personnel Manager - Gillian Hindle
Pastoral Leaders
Year 7 - Mr D. Thompson Year 8 - Ms K. Lowery Year 9 - Mr C. Hammond Year 10 - Mr S. Handley Year 11 - Mr G. Hobson 6th Form - Mr I. Windeatt
Pastoral Assistants
Year 7 - Mrs C. Farrington Year 8 - Mrs S. Robinson Year 9 - Mrs J. Kelly Year 10 - Mr P. Moore Year 11 - Ms L. Mitchell 6th Form - Mrs B. Tindale-Taylor, Mrs B. Fallas (EMA/admin)
Curriculum Leaders and Subject Leaders
Business Studies - Mrs A. Greenwood, Citizenship/PSHE Y7-8 - Mr Carlisle, Citizenship/ PSHE Y9-11 - Mr K. Thomas, Design & Technology - Mr P. Simpson, Food and Textiles - Mrs V. Chaloner, English - Mrs S. Harrison, Drama - Ms S. Aldous, Geography - Ms K. Rawlinson, History - Mrs C. Bundy, Government & Politics - Mr D. Bromley, ICT - Ms J. Washington, Mathematics - Ms H. Vaughan, MFL - Ms C. Hayes, Music - Ms K. Dunning, PE - Ms K. Smith, Boys' PE - Mr P. Hewitt, Science - Mrs T. Walker, SEN - Mrs G. Jones Social Sciences - Mrs J. Sutcliffe - Assistant Headteacher, R.E - Mr V. Ryder, Psychology - Mrs R. Smith, Health & Social Care - Ms S. Semple, Visual Arts - Mrs L. Green, Media Studies - Mr D. Marlow, Director of E-Learning - Dr M. Overy
Key Administration Staff
Business & Personnel Manager (SLT) - Mrs G. Hindle, Finance Manager - Mrs C. Copson, Enterprise Manager - Mr K. Harris, SIMs Manager - Mrs J. Eppleston, Office Manager - Mrs A. Webster, PA to the Head - Mrs A. Kay, Curriculum Leaders' Assistant - Mrs D. Whittle, Attendance Officer - Mrs Grant, Examinations Officer - Mrs J. Crowther
