St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy — Secondary School in Rochdale

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St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

Rochdale, OL16 4RX

1,057 Pupils

1,200 Capacity

11–16 Age Range

38.50% FSM %

502 Boys

555 Girls

About St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy is an Academies for pupils aged 11–16 based in Rochdale, North West. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Roman Catholic character.

It has 1,057 pupils on roll. School capacity: 1,200. Current headteacher: Emma Keenan.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Rochdale or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy sponsor led
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Secondary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Rochdale
Region	North West
Administrative District	Rochdale
Parliamentary Constituency	Rochdale
Ward	Balderstone & Kirkholt
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Non-selective
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	ST TERESA OF CALCUTTA CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-11-2023
UKPRN	10092576
URN	149873
Data Last Updated	03-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Fiona Ashton	Local Governor	04/03/2026	03/03/2028	Appointed by trustees
Mrs Mary Chadwick	Local Governor	15/11/2024	19/11/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Rebecca Cradock	Local Governor	23/02/2026	22/02/2028	Appointed by trustees
Mrs Nadine Dewhurst	Local Governor	06/11/2024	02/11/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Kelly Fairbrother	Local Governor	01/11/2023	31/12/2025	Elected by school staff
Mr Frank Gac	Local Governor	01/11/2023	31/12/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Nicole Hadfield	Local Governor	20/05/2025	31/12/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr James Hughes	Local Governor	01/11/2023	17/07/2025	Elected by parents
Fr Michael Johonnett	Local Governor	01/11/2023	31/12/2025	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Emma Keenan	Local Governor	03/11/2025	31/12/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Patrick Obidoyin	Local Governor	09/01/2026	08/01/2028	Appointed by trustees
Mr Peter Riley	Local Governor	01/01/2026	31/12/2027	Appointed by trustees

Schools Nearby

Thornham St. James CofE Primary School

1.01 km • Oldham

Other

Holy Family Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

1.02 km • Rochdale

Other

St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Balderstone

1.19 km • Rochdale

Other

Kingsway Park High School

1.52 km • Rochdale

Other

Sandbrook Community Primary School

1.61 km • Rochdale

Other

Lowerplace Primary School

1.61 km • Rochdale

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy?

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy is a Academy sponsor led (group: Academies) in Rochdale, Rochdale.

How many pupils does St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy have?

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy has 1,057 pupils, with a capacity of 1,200.

What is the age range at St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy?

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 16.

What is the admissions policy at St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy?

The admissions policy at St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy is: Non-selective.

Is St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy a faith school?

Yes, St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy?

The Headteacher at St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy is Mrs Emma Keenan.

Where is St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy located?

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy is at Shaw Road, Thornham, Rochdale, OL16 4RX, in the Rochdale local authority, North West.

Does St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy currently open?

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Emma Keenan

Shaw Road, Thornham, Rochdale, OL16 4RX

01706647761

www.stcuthberts.stoccat.org.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 149873

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026