St Chad's Church of England Primary School
Oldham, OL3 6EE · Oldham · primary school
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25th 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 2,954 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1/10 among them, against 3.9/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Chad's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. However, 2.0% reached the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers an inclusive sports coaching day, Sports Day, a breakfast club, and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 269 pupils against a stated capacity of 300. 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 aiming for the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the inclusive sports coaching day? How does the breakfast club integrate with the morning curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Chad's Church of England Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St Chad’s Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection,” where it was judged good. The report highlights a “calm, purposeful and welcoming environment” where pupils are “safe, happy and caring.” Leaders maintain high aspirations for academic achievement and personal development, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are fully included and supported.
Strengths
- Early reading instruction is highly effective, enabling pupils to become “confident, fluent readers” by Year 2 through expert teaching of phonics.
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and builds logically, with staff demonstrating “strong subject knowledge” in most subjects.
- Pupils develop excellent speaking and listening skills, becoming “articulate and confident speakers” through a language-rich environment.
- Systems for supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “highly effective,” with parents appreciating the extra support provided.
- Pupils are taught to manage their emotions well, contributing to a culture where they are “resilient, respectful, responsible and resourceful.”
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, teachers do not accurately check pupil understanding, meaning “pupils go on to embed mistakes in their work.” The school must ensure “accurate and regular checks on learning take place” to address misconceptions.
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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