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Ladybridge High School

Bolton, United Kingdom
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2.3 /5

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About Ladybridge High School

At Ladybridge, we strive to ensure that all our learners develop the knowledge, sense of direction and moral purpose to thrive in the future. We are a wonderfully diverse and friendly school with over 30 different languages spoken.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Paddy Russell

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 2.9
Teaching Quality 3.0
Communication 3.1
Student Wellbeing 2.4
Facilities 2.9

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
66.1
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

42.6
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.05
Progress 8
Below average
39.9%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
58.7%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

24.0% entered EBacc
14.4% achieved EBacc
208 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 9

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Parent
Parent Dec 4, 2024
1.0

"The worst school in Bolton"

My child was severely bullied since year 7 and nothing was done about it.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
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Parent
Parent May 1, 2024
5.0

"good school 123"

it is a good school they give u one to one help for people how strugel with lerning
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 4/5
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Parent
Parent Jul 2, 2023
1.0

"What kind of school is this for teens to study in as a student"

I do understand you. I agree I am a victim of this bullying myself I have been beaten most of my high school years on the heart, arms, legs basically anywhere possible. People have threatened stabbing my brother but I got to be the one to stand up for him because of these idiotic teachers so calling there school the best reputation of a school. Now this gets me mad on how fake there school reputation is. Because of this I had to suffer from a swear depression for years and now I am feeling better. There are a lot of idiots over there and they don't care about them but there so call good reputation. I am planning to call the police on these people who do things like smoking at a young age maybe 13 or even less. There were drug dealers and sex in the bathroom but what do they care about but there stupid reputation they want so much so everyone becomes a retard.
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David M
Parent Jan 15, 2023
5.0

"A School That Truly Cares"

We've been blown away by the dedication and enthusiasm of the teachers at Ladybridge High School. The school's commitment to supporting the whole child, not just their academic progress, is truly refreshing. From the leisure centre to the 'The Ladybridge Way' values, this school gets it just right.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Emily J
Parent Jun 1, 2022
5.0

"Excellent School with a Great Community!"

We've been impressed with the care and support shown by the staff at Ladybridge High School. Our child has thrived in this inclusive environment, and we appreciate the variety of facilities and programs on offer. The school's values of honesty and respect are clearly put into practice, making it a wonderful place for our child to learn and grow.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Parent
Parent May 8, 2022
1.0

"Probably the worst school in Bolton "

Head teacher is inexperienced, when we had not a single staff member in during December he decided to keep the school open (which was kinda stupid of him to do)
The pastoral team doesn’t do anything when you have an LGBTQ issue or bullying issue
Wants to be “inclusive” and failing miserably.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
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Parent
Parent Feb 7, 2022
1.0

"Awful"

Absolutely no helpful rescources;
For either me and anyone else and it takes up to two weeks to see the counselor
Students don’t listen to supply teachers when *Asked to do certian things*
Pastoral doesn’t do much about heavy situations at all especially when it’s *sexual assult* or heavy ableism,
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 2/5
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Parent
Parent Oct 1, 2021
1.0

"******* ******** "

DOESNT do shit with bullying doesn’t do shit about homophobia or transphobia
Students are ableist and racist
Wouldn’t recommend
Safety & Wellbeing 2/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 1/5
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Lisa K
Parent Sep 1, 2021
4.0

"Mixed Feelings About Our Experience"

My child had a mixed experience at Ladybridge High School. On the one hand, they enjoyed the sports facilities and the 'Bridgefest' event was a highlight. On the other hand, we sometimes felt that certain aspects of their learning were not adequately supported. Overall, we're grateful for the opportunities our child had, but there's definitely room for improvement.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 4/5

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