Ladybridge High SchoolNew York , Bolton

Located in Bolton, Ladybridge High School is a secondary school, serving pupils aged 11 to 16. The school is a community school and operates as a mixed school. It follows a non-selective admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school.

Ladybridge High School currently has around 1123 pupils on roll, which is about 99% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately 54.1% boys and 45.9% girls. Around 33.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. The school has a diverse intake across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 7.4%. Persistent absence is recorded at 21.2%.

The school has a diverse intake, with white british pupils forming the largest group at around 29.1%. pakistani pupils make up about 25.3% , followed by indian at 14.3%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Good. This suggests the school is performing well overall. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 93% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (85%) , including 4% who stay in school sixth forms and 40% progressing to further education , while 4% enter apprenticeships .