Deeplish Primary Academy
Rochdale, OL11 1LT · Rochdale · primary school
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16th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.5/10 against 1,864 of them, against 5.3/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Deeplish Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% 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 3.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 452 pupils against a stated capacity of 432. 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
With the higher standard attainment at 3.0%, what specific support is provided to pupils aiming for top grades? How does the school manage class sizes when the roll exceeds the designated capacity?
What Ofsted said about Deeplish Primary Academy
Overview
Deeplish Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The school provides a happy and well-ordered environment where pupils behave sensibly, attend regularly, and are well prepared for secondary education. Leaders set high academic expectations that pupils consistently meet, fostering ambition and a strong sense of community.
Strengths
- Pupils are described as happy, polite, and respectful, with behaviour that creates "calm classrooms" conducive to learning.
- The "well-crafted curriculum" is carefully sequenced, resulting in pupils successfully recalling key knowledge and showing enthusiasm for subjects like history and geography.
- Mathematics is "well-developed, led and taught," leading to high attainment and a fun learning experience from the early years.
- The school works effectively with parents and local organisations, such as the mosque, to overcome obstacles to education and support pupil attendance.
- Staff are supported with workload and well-being, and the school provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure that "some learning activities match its curriculum well enough," as occasional mismatches mean pupils learn key knowledge less effectively than they could.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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