The academy was first sponsored by Eddie Stobart owner Andrew Tinkler and local businessman Brian Scowcroft.

In January 2009, there were protests by parents and pupils regarding poor quality education and school facilities.

The school was found to be inadequate by Ofsted and was placed in special measures,[2] with the headmaster and chief executive being immediately replaced.

[3] In October 2019, a protest took place outside the school where bottles and rocks were thrown at windows.

[6] Since September 2014 Richard Rose Central Academy is sponsored by United Learning.