Beever Primary School
Oldham, OL1 3QU · Oldham · primary school
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46th of 71 primary schools in Oldham we can score, 86 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 3.2/10 against 269 of them, against 2.0/10 nationally. 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 41% | 1.05 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.77 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beever Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the brass band, Eco Ambassadors, Eco Warriors, School Council, and Wellbeing Champions, and participate in swimming. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 221 pupils against a stated capacity of 244. 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
How does the school support pupils to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to engage students in the brass band and eco clubs? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Beever Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as happy and safe, demonstrating "positive attitudes towards all aspects of school life" within a "calm and orderly environment." The report highlights significant improvements since the previous inspection, noting that leaders have set "higher ambitions for pupils’ achievement" and that staff feel respected and supported.
Strengths
- The curriculum has been redesigned to help pupils "know more and remember more," with particular success in early reading where children build a "solid basis" for fluency.
- Staff are "well equipped and supported effectively" to meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Pupils are "respectful of the beliefs and opinions of others" and understand British values well, such as the principles of democracy.
- Senior leaders have made "astute appointments" and prioritised staff well-being, creating a culture where staff feel their workload is considered.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, leaders have not defined key knowledge well enough, meaning pupils’ recall is "not as strong as it is in others."
- There is a "high rate of persistent absence" for a small minority of pupils, largely due to pandemic disruption, meaning some miss out on too much education.
- Governors do not question leaders sufficiently about actions to improve the quality of education, meaning leaders "lack the necessary challenge" to further improve the school.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with a culture of vigilance where teachers are well placed to identify risks and pupils feel comfortable approaching staff with concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 25% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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