The exact location of a ‘transformative’ new college linked to Eton has been revealed for the first time. Eton Star Oldham, a state sixth form aiming to support disadvantaged young people into top universities, will be built on the site of the current Tommyfield outdoor market.
The elite boarding school announced plans to open a new sixth form in Oldham with the Star Academies state school trust in August 2023.
But exact details about the college for 16-19 year-olds were being kept under wraps. READ MORE: Traders currently using the outdoor market will be moved to a brand new market hall attached to the Spindles centre due to be completed by Spring 2025.
The ‘state of the art’ college would then be built on the site, which includes the market car park. The site will still need to be officially approved by Oldham Council’s cabinet, which is likely to take place in September according to council sources.
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