FRED LONGWORTH HIGH SCHOOL in Greater Manchester, Manchester

Education Centre Information: Fred Longworth High School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Wigan
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/08/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Total Pupils: 1286
Number of boys: 668
Number of girls: 618
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Fred Longworth is an increasingly popular 11-16 high school with an enviable and deserved reputation as a caring and successful establishment. The school occupies a pleasant, open site with extensive sporting and leisure facilities and has been remodelled and extended since receiving its first comprehensive intake in 1976. Impressive science, technology and information and communication technology facilities are matched by those of similar quality in, for example drama, dance, music, art, media studies and physical education. The national curriculum covers the following subjects: English, mathematics, science, modern foreign languages, expressive arts, physical education, design and technology and humanities. The school aims to enable all students to fulfil their potential by providing a wide range of academic, vocational, aesthetic and sporting opportunities, recognising the importance of non-timetable activities.