Burnley Brow Community School
Oldham, OL9 0BY · Oldham · primary school
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21st 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 — 6.4/10 against 2,028 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burnley Brow Community School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 473 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about Burnley Brow Community School
Overview
Burnley Brow Community School continues to be a good school, where pupils flourish in a welcoming environment. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils, ensuring that even those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) or learning English as an additional language achieve well. The school fosters a strong sense of community, with pupils displaying good manners and contributing positively to society.
Strengths
- Pupils are supported effectively in developing vocabulary and spoken English, embodying the school’s value of perseverance.
- Behaviour is excellent; pupils treat others with consideration, and bullying is dealt with quickly, helping pupils feel happy and safe.
- The curriculum is ambitious, with leaders carefully identifying key knowledge to be taught, particularly in early years and reading.
- Phonics is taught effectively by well-trained staff, with most pupils becoming fluent readers by the end of key stage 1.
- Staff receive appropriate training and support, and governors challenge leaders well to improve the quality of education.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, some teachers do not implement the curriculum as leaders intend, meaning some pupils do not achieve as well as they should. Leaders should ensure teachers deliver subject curriculums effectively so pupils learn the necessary knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving appropriate training and following clear procedures to report concerns, while pupils learn how to keep themselves safe online and in the community.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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