Oasis Academy Limeside
Oldham, OL8 3SB · Oldham · primary school
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68th 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 — 2.6/10 against 206 of them, against 1.5/10 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 | 36.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.22 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| 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.
Oasis Academy Limeside overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 36.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. The school was rated Requires improvement in a 2024 inspection. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego and Gardening clubs, play football, hockey, netball, gymnastics or cheerleading, and participate in dance and the Viking Shield Art Project. Year 5 visits Limehurst Library, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 452 pupils against a stated capacity of 459. 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 improve their reading and writing scores? What specific actions are being taken to address the Requires improvement rating? How does the after-school club operate for families needing wraparound care?
What Ofsted said about Oasis Academy Limeside
Overview
The report states that pupils feel safe and well cared for, enjoying a wide range of clubs and activities that broaden their horizons. While behaviour is good and the curriculum is improving, the school’s overall effectiveness requires improvement because pupils are not yet well prepared for the next stages of their education.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are respectful, and benefit from leadership roles such as the ‘power for good’ groups.
- An effective phonics programme is improving reading accuracy and fluency, with most Reception children making rapid gains.
- The revised curriculum is well organised, supporting pupils to build knowledge steadily and reducing staff workload.
- Behaviour management strategies are having a positive impact, with reduced suspension rates and increased pupil resilience.
- Staff support regular attendance, and pupils learn to make healthy and safe choices.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure pupils secure important knowledge before moving to new learning, addressing gaps in subjects other than reading in a timely manner.
- Staff need to be fully equipped to provide consistent, effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) so they can achieve as well as they can.
Safeguarding
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 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 36% |
| 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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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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