Free school · Rochdale

Edgar Wood Academy

Secondary
Ages 11–16

Term dates

Free schools can set their own term dates. Many follow Rochdale council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

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Admissions

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About and location

Type: Free school
Phase: Secondary
Ages: 11–16
Pupils: 729 (capacity 900)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: ALTUS EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
Admissions: Non-selective
Phone: 01616769620
Address: Heywood Old Road, Heywood, OL10 2QN
Website: edgarwood.org

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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