How to apply for a place at Saddleworth School

Joining Saddleworth School

We appreciate how important a decision like this is, and we thank you for considering Saddleworth School. Choosing the right secondary school for your child is a major step, and we are immensely proud of our school, our staff, and most of all students with whom we work every day.

Each year we open our doors for an Open Evening, giving prospective parents and students the opportunity to visit, meet our staff and students, and experience first-hand what makes Saddleworth such a special place to learn. It is a chance to explore our facilities, ask questions, and gain a real sense of the culture and values that underpin everything we do.

Every school has a designated Planned Admission Number (PAN), which determines the number of students admitted to Year 7 each year. For Saddleworth School, this number is 300. The strong demand for places reflects the confidence that families place in the education and care we provide.

We believe this demonstrates the strength of our offer and provides reassurance that Saddleworth is a thriving, ambitious, and successful school—a place where students are supported to achieve their very best.

You can view our Admissions Policy at the link below:

How to Apply

Applications for a place at Saddleworth School are made via the Oldham Local Authority online admissions portal. This is the official route for all secondary school applications in the borough.

Their contact details if you have any further questions is shown below:

School Admissions Team
ecs.pupils@oldham.gov.uk
Level 12, Civic Centre
West Street
Oldham, OL1 1XJ
Tel: 0161 770 4213