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Oldham Sixth Form College
Union Street West, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL8 1XU, Oldham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
16.3 / 100
Bottom 16%
Better than 16% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Not available
Capacity
2,300
Ages
16–19
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With a university progression rate of 75%, this college offers solid opportunities for students aiming for higher education, although only 14% secure places at top-third universities. However, the LocaleIQ score indicates that it performs better than just 16% of schools, suggesting some challenges in the local educational landscape. Parents may want to consider these factors when evaluating options for their child's post-16 education.
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| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 75% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 14% | Average |
Based on 1091 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
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53.53865, -2.11865 · OL8 1XU
School details
Local authorityOldham
RegionNorth West
URN145002
School typeAcademy 16-19 converter
Websitewww.osfc.ac.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Oldham Sixth Form College rated by Ofsted?
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Is Oldham Sixth Form College a good school?
Oldham Sixth Form College scores 16.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 16% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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