Alkrington Primary School
Manchester, M24 1JZ · Rochdale · primary school
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8th of 55 primary schools in Rochdale we can score, 69 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.3/10 against 4,107 of them, against 7.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alkrington Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 512 pupils against a stated capacity of 505. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Alkrington Primary School
Overview
Alkrington Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils feel happy and safe within a warm and respectful environment. Leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in pupils who work hard, achieve well, and are polite and well behaved. The school fosters positive partnerships with parents and provides a curriculum that promotes personal development and community contribution.
Strengths
- Pupils are well supported academically and socially, with bullying incidents sorted out quickly and fairly.
- Learning to read is given the highest priority, with high-quality books and effective phonics teaching helping pupils become fluent readers.
- Staff have high expectations, and pupils are encouraged to develop a love of reading and share their successes proudly.
- The curriculum promotes pupils’ personal development effectively, offering opportunities to develop talents and learn about mutual respect.
- Staff feel valued and supported, with leaders carefully considering workload impacts when introducing changes.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers are equipped to check what pupils retain from their learning in some subjects to build knowledge securely.
- Leaders must verify that revised curriculums are being followed as intended so pupils can build knowledge progressively.
- Leaders should ensure disadvantaged pupils attend school regularly so they do not miss out on learning opportunities.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with issues quickly identified and pupils receiving appropriate support from within the school and external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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