Diggle School
Oldham, OL3 5PU · Oldham · primary school
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14th 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 3,353 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.0/10 among them, against 5.8/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Diggle School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.0 out of 10 among them, against 5.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join robot building and programming, Commando Joe’s, and inter-school sports competitions. Arts provision includes a brass band, orchestra, and choirs. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 169 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 support is available for children who need extra help in maths?
What Ofsted said about Diggle School
Overview
Diggle School continues to be a good school, offering a "friendly and supportive atmosphere" where pupils are "polite and well mannered." Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement, underpinned by core values that encourage pupils to be "respectful, responsible and resilient learners."
Strengths
- Pupils feel "well cared for and safe," with staff dealing with bullying "seriously and effectively."
- Reading is a clear priority; expert teachers deliver phonics well, ensuring pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are swiftly identified and supported to "access the same curriculum as their peers," allowing them to "achieve well."
- The school offers a "wide range of trips and guest speakers" that help build curiosity, such as visits to The Bridgewater Hall and outdoor learning activities.
- Governors are "proactive in supporting and challenging leaders," while staff feel "well supported in managing their workload."
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders have not fully identified the essential knowledge pupils should learn, meaning some do not build on their learning "securely over time."
- In a small number of subjects, some teachers do not deliver aspects of the curriculum as intended, resulting in pupils not learning the "key knowledge that they need."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and knowing how to report concerns quickly to ensure timely responses.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 88% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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