St Agnes CofE Primary School
Oldham, OL4 5RU · Oldham · primary school
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9th 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 — 8.1/10 against 998 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Agnes CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 107 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? How does the curriculum adapt to the diverse backgrounds of the student body?
What Ofsted said about St Agnes CofE Primary School
Overview
St Agnes CofE Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a nurturing environment where pupils thrive, achieve well, and are well equipped for secondary education. Leaders have established an ambitious vision supported by a governing board that challenges and supports the school effectively.
Strengths
- Pupils are described as "polite, extremely well behaved" and "positive ambassadors" who attend well and take pride in their work.
- The school offers a "broad and rich curriculum" with teachers who have "strong knowledge of the subjects that they teach."
- Reading is a high priority, with staff trained to deliver phonics effectively, helping most pupils become "fluent, accurate readers."
- Personal development is central to the school’s work, empowering pupils to make a "tangible difference to their school community."
- Relationships are positive, with pupils following "great expectations" where respect and co-operation are key.
Areas to improve
- Some staff do not choose the most effective activities to support learning, preventing some pupils from developing a "deep body of subject knowledge."
- Some pupils do not master accurate letter formation by the end of Year 2, which hinders their writing fluency in later years.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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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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