The short version
Average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 43.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
- 39% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
43.6
0.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
47%
4.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
39%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
81%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
67%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
5%
Employment
Directly into work
8%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
13%
Based on 150 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
23% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 69 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 775
- Capacity
- 74%
- FSM
- 38.7%
Governance
- Local authority
- Salford
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Head
- Mr Chris Leader
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Station Road, Irlam, Manchester, M44 5ZR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Teresa's RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy
Primary · Very close
Cadishead Primary Academy
Primary · 702m away
Irlam Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
St Mary's CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Irlam Endowed Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy
Primary · 2.0km away
St Joseph the Worker RC Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Fairfield House School
Independent · 2.2km away
Questions parents ask
What is Irlam and Cadishead Academy's Ofsted rating?
Irlam and Cadishead Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Irlam and Cadishead Academy?
Irlam and Cadishead Academy currently has 775 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Irlam and Cadishead Academy take?
Irlam and Cadishead Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 16. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Irlam and Cadishead Academy?
Irlam and Cadishead Academy is in Manchester, M44 5ZR, in the Salford local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Irlam and Cadishead Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Irlam and Cadishead Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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