Mayfield Primary School
Oldham, OL1 4LG · Oldham · primary school
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66th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.2/10 against 1,273 of them, against 1.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| 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.
Mayfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school "Requires improvement" in September 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Choir and performance, Homework or Revision Club, Cooking Club, TT Rockstars Maths Club, Sports Leadership, and Mayfield Marvels Club. Sports include Football, Basketball, Netball, Cricket, Boccia / Curling, Dodgeball, Multi-skills, and Tennis / Badminton. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 413 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 move from the expected standard to the higher standard in maths? What specific actions are being taken to address the "Requires improvement" rating from the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Mayfield Primary School
Overview
The report states that pupils are happy, polite, and respectful, benefiting from a "calm and welcoming" environment with strong friendships. While attendance has improved and early years provision is effective, the overall effectiveness is judged as "Requires improvement" because some pupils do not achieve as well as they should due to inconsistencies in curriculum delivery and support for special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils develop "strong friendships" and enjoy a wide range of clubs and responsibilities that build self-confidence.
- Children in the early years achieve well, establishing positive attitudes towards cooperation and consideration.
- Attendance has improved considerably, with a significant reduction in persistent absence.
- Pupils receive good support for personal development, learning about safe relationships and equality.
- Governance and trust leaders support staff effectively, maintaining a "tangible sense of common purpose."
Areas to improve
- Teachers must consistently check and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge, particularly in reading, to ensure secure learning.
- The school needs to improve how teachers support pupils to practise and embed new learning to prevent recall difficulties.
- Staff must be better equipped to accurately identify and meet the differing needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
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 | 26% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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