Unsworth Academy

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 16
Ofsted: Good

Parr Lane, Bury, BL9 8LPOpen in maps

Unsworth Academy is a secondary school in Bury for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 90 schools in Bury. It ranks 4th of 7 secondary schools in Bury. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2019.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 12 November 2019, report published 18 December 2019

Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 23 April 2025

Pupils benefit significantly from the harmonious, aspirational and high-achieving environment that exists at Unsworth Academy. They treat each other with the same warmth and kindness that they receive from staff, who care for them exceptionally well. Pupils thrive here. Pupils rise to the extremely high expectations that the school has for their achievement. Those pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive the guidance that they need to succeed. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, achieve extremely well. The school prioritises the development of pupils' character and it prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain. Pupils access an extensive range of opportunities that help them to become confident and independent young people. As school councillors, pupils develop green and white papers to bring about positive change, such as improvements to the school's uniform and curriculum offer. Activities such as sports, retro-gaming, cooking, learning Japanese and taking part in school performances help pupils to develop their talents and interests. The school ensures that all pupils benefit from additional opportunities that enrich their understanding of the curriculum. These include science and technology themed events, trips to museums and to European cities to learn about different languages and cultures.

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Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

189 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score45.4

45.4, 0.7 below the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths38.1%

38.1%, 7.3 percentage points below the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths63%

63%, 1.8 percentage points below the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc20.1%

20.1%, 20.4 percentage points below the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score3.88

3.88, 0.21 below the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

953 pupils on roll, with places for 935

Eligible for free school meals31.4%

31.4%, 4.9 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language9.7%

9.7%, 11.9 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support12.6%

12.6%, 2.2 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan4.5%

4.5%, 1.5 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Unsworth Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Parrenthorn High School1 mileOfsted: GoodNot published
Philips High School2 milesOfsted: Requires improvementAttainment 8: 50.3
The Heys School2 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 34.0
Edgar Wood Academy2 milesReport card: Expected standardNot published
The Derby High School2 milesOfsted: GoodNot published

School details

School type
Academy sponsor led
Sector
Academy
Trust
THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Age range
11 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Mr Martin Stewart
Phone
01617969820
Website
unsworthacademy.org.uk
Address
Parr Lane, Bury, BL9 8LP
Local authority
Bury
URN
143848

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.