Christ Church CofE Primary School
Oldham, OL9 9ED · Oldham · primary school
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2nd 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 — 9.3/10 against 2,609 of them, against 8.5/10 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.90 |
| 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.
Christ Church CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 273 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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 expected standard? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for children moving into Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Christ Church CofE Primary School
Overview
Christ Church CofE Primary School is described as a "welcoming and happy school" where pupils are "polite and friendly" and "feel safe." Leaders maintain high expectations for achievement and behaviour, ensuring the curriculum is "suitably ambitious" and logically structured to support learning from the early years through to Year 6.
Strengths
- The curriculum is carefully designed so pupils can "build their knowledge in a logical order," with teachers using "strong subject knowledge" to explain concepts clearly.
- Reading is a "high priority," with effective phonics instruction and support for weaker readers helping them to "catch up quickly."
- Pupils benefit from a "wide range of activities" including trips, music, and clubs, fostering a "love of reading" and broadening experiences.
- Staff develop "positive relationships" with pupils, establishing clear routines that allow children to concentrate as lessons are "rarely disrupted."
- Leaders identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "swiftly," enabling them to "access the same learning as their peers."
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of subjects," teachers do not check carefully enough that pupils’ knowledge is secure before moving on to new learning, which prevents some from building knowledge as well as they could.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff receive regular training and know how to spot signs of risk and manage concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 93% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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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