Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School
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Attainment 8 of 40.9 is below the national average of around 46. Compare with progress data, which may show a different picture.
- Attainment 8:
- 40.9
- 5+ Eng & Maths:
- 54%
- Academic year:
- 2024/2025
Progress is close to average or statistically uncertain because the confidence interval crosses zero. This does not necessarily mean the school adds or detracts from pupil progress.
- Progress 8:
- -0.12
- Confidence interval:
- [-0.32, 0.07]
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This is a selective school. Admission usually requires passing an entrance test. Check the school's admissions policy for test registration deadlines.
This school has a Roman Catholic religious character. Admissions may prioritise pupils who meet faith criteria. A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) may be required.
- Selective admissions: an entrance test (usually the 11+ or equivalent) is required. Check registration and test dates well in advance.
- Faith admissions criteria apply (Roman Catholic). A Supplementary Information Form may be required. Evidence of faith practice may be needed.
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Performance over time
Attainment 8 over time
Progress 8 over time(not available 2024/25)
Historical results
| Year | Pupils | Att8 | P8 | 5+ E&M | EBacc % | EBacc APS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/2025 | 217 | 40.9 | — | 54.4% | 29.5% | 3.5 |
| 2023/2024 | 204 | 43.2 | -0.12 | 55.9% | 38.7% | 3.7 |
| 2022/2023 | 209 | 46.9 | +0.01 | 63.0% | 24.0% | 3.9 |
| 2021/2022 | 210 | 45.3 | -0.15 | 63.0% | 25.0% | 3.7 |
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School information
| URN | 105844 |
| Local authority | Rochdale |
| Region | North West |
| Phase | Secondary |
| Type | Voluntary aided school |
| Gender of entry | Mixed |
| Age range | 11-18 |
| Headteacher | Headteacher Andrew Bridson |
| Trust | — |
| Admissions | Non-selective |
| Religious character | Roman Catholic |
| Postcode | M24 2GL |
| Latest pupils | 217 |
| FSM eligible | 25.6% |
Contact and identifiers
Rochdale Road, Middleton, Manchester, Lancashire, M24 2GL
https://www.clrchs.co.ukView local authority page1616434009| DfE number | 4611 |
| UKPRN | 10001162 |
| Opened | — |
| GIAS updated | 6 Mar 2026 |
Data sources and freshness
| Official record updated | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Latest KS4 year | 2024/2025 |
| Latest KS2 year | — |
| Ofsted published | — |
Latest Ofsted inspection
| Quality of education | — |
| Behaviour and attitudes | — |
| Personal development | — |
| Leadership and management | — |
| Safeguarding | — |
| Inspection type | — |
| Category of concern | — |
| Inspection date | — |
| Publication date | — |