Christ Church CofE Primary School
Oldham, OL3 5RY · Oldham · primary school
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48th 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 the 3,909 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 4.4/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.19 |
| 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.
Christ Church CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.4 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 47 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific areas did the June 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Christ Church CofE Primary School
Overview
Christ Church CofE Primary School is described as a "friendly and nurturing" environment where pupils feel safe and valued. While attendance, behaviour, and inclusion meet the expected standard, the report identifies that pupils' achievement is "uneven" due to variable progress across the curriculum. Leaders are working to address gaps in foundational knowledge, particularly in the early years and core subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and well mannered" in a "calm and orderly" school where bullying is not tolerated.
- Staff provide "well-thought-out support" for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring they access school life alongside peers.
- Leaders have established clear systems to track attendance, resulting in rates now "close to the national average."
- Pupils develop strong personal development skills, including understanding online safety and "fundamental British values."
- Parents and carers are "overwhelmingly positive" about the "family-like atmosphere" and individualised support.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must refine the curriculum, including in the early years, so pupils "build the knowledge and skills that they need across all subjects."
- Teaching of spelling, handwriting, and number fluency requires improvement to ensure children secure "foundational knowledge" from the start.
- Governors and leaders need to identify priorities to bring about "timely improvement" in areas falling short of the expected standard.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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
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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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