Werneth School

The school is a values-driven community focused on high expectations, equality of opportunity, and the belief that every student can fulfil their potential. Its core values—Respect, Kindness, Hard Work, and Strong Communication—guide the school's culture, which aims to transform lives through a combination of support and challenge. The school prioritises character development and personal growth, ensuring students are known, understood, and valued as they prepare for their future.

The school follows a five-year curriculum model, featuring a 'Breadth, Depth and Ambition' approach at Key Stage 3 and an 'Achieve' model at Key Stage 4. Core subjects include English, Maths, Science, Life Learning, RE, and PE, with English, Maths, and Science accounting for over 40% of curriculum time in lower years. At Key Stage 4, students choose from pathways including the Ebacc and Open pathways, with additional vocational options such as Construction, Engineering, Catering, and Health & Beauty available to provide a personalised education.

Werneth School is committed to ensuring all students leave with a post-16 college place, an apprenticeship, or a job opportunity. The curriculum is designed to meet P8 requirements while remaining flexible to support individual student pathways, including bespoke programmes for those who require additional support. The school tracks student progress through effort grades and academic attainment, with a focus on preparing students to be active, global citizens.

The school provides comprehensive support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including a dedicated SENCo and pastoral managers who participate in transition reviews. Support services include literacy and numeracy interventions, a dedicated Year 7 transition group, and access to external mental health support through Healthy Young Minds. Additionally, the school offers one-to-one counselling and maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward bullying, supported by Year Inclusion Managers and the HART team.

Werneth School is a comprehensive school with an admission limit of 250 students per year, primarily serving the Bredbury, Woodley, Romiley, and Brinnington areas. The school follows an inclusive admissions policy and coordinates with the local authority for applications, which are managed online for Year 6 to Year 7 transitions. Prospective families are encouraged to attend an annual Open Evening, and the school facilitates a transition programme from May onwards, including primary sports sessions, taster days, and staff visits to primary schools.

The school operates on a term-based academic year, with the academic year typically commencing in early September. The daily schedule consists of five lessons—four before lunch and one after—with a tutor period held mid-morning. The school calendar is categorised into 'Red' and 'Blue' weeks, and includes scheduled holidays, exam periods, and parent events.

The campus is located in a residential area in Harrytown, Stockport, and features extensive facilities that are available for community hire. These include ample car parking and access to various school spaces, with the school reinvesting funds from lettings back into its facilities. The school is easily accessible via bus links and serves as a hub for both student learning and community engagement.

Werneth School offers a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities designed to enrich the student experience. These include partnerships with the Manchester United Foundation and the Werneth Leadership Academy, which provide students with additional engagement and development activities. The school also hosts an LGBTQ+ Pride Club and various sports and performing arts opportunities.