Hollinwood Academy
Roman Road, Hollinwood, Oldham, OL8 3PTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Hollinwood Academy is a special school in Oldham for ages 4 to 19. It is one of the 126 schools in Oldham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in July 2018.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 3 July 2018, report published 11 September 2018
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 16 April 2024
A real sense of enjoyment, purpose and positivity permeates through Hollinwood Academy. This is a happy school, filled with joy and smiles. The staff know the pupils and their individual needs well. They plan meticulously to address these in a bespoke manner. All pupils have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They talk to trusted adults if they have any worries or concerns. The school has very high expectations for all pupils. Pupils flourish and achieve well. Pupils' behaviour and attitudes are exceptionally strong. Clear routines ensure that there is a calm learning environment. Staff are highly skilled at noticing when a pupil might have increased anxiety. They step in and effectively give pupils support. This helps them to calm down and return to their learning. The school has an extensive programme to promote pupils' personal development. Staff understand each pupils' interests, talents and ambitions. They use this information to personalise the activities that are provided. Pupils have regular opportunities to go out into the local area. They visit shops, cafes and entertainment venues to practise communicating with people outside of the school. The school constantly reflects on the many options available. This ensures experiences are well matched to pupils' personal development needs.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
18 pupils took the tests
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
30 pupils in the year group
Pupil numbers and mix
294 pupils on roll, with places for 280
Schools near Hollinwood Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Bridge School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 0.2 |
| Teenage Kicks | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 5.4 |
| Spring Brook Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 0% met the expected standard |
| Chances Mentoring | 1 mile | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | Not published |
| Kingfisher Special School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | 0% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- NEW BRIDGE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Mrs Laura Millard
- Phone
- 01618832404
- Address
- Roman Road, Hollinwood, Oldham, OL8 3PT
- Local authority
- Oldham
- URN
- 140388
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.