Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School
Littleborough, OL15 9PR · Rochdale · primary school
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54th of 55 primary schools in Rochdale we can score, 69 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 — 0.6/10 against 1,802 of them, against 0.8/10 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 | 37.0 · 6 | 62% | 0.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.0% 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%. 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 (0.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join fencing and yoga clubs, with both a breakfast club and an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 103 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How do the fencing and yoga clubs integrate with the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School
Overview
Pupils thrive at this “happy, welcoming and inclusive school” where staff place well-being at the heart of all activities. The report describes the institution as a “rapidly improving school” with “high aspirations for all pupils,” noting that leadership is now secure and outcomes are rising.
Strengths
- Staff know pupils and families “exceptionally well,” helping to identify and address barriers to learning.
- The curriculum is “logically sequenced” and effectively supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with a phonics programme taught “consistently well” to ensure a “flying start.”
- Pupils develop into “kind, caring and confident citizens” through activities like the ‘ethos club’ and role modelling.
- Governors provide a “careful balance of challenge and support,” while leaders are “highly considerate of staff’s workload.”
Areas to improve
- Teachers must check pupils’ understanding more precisely before setting new work to prevent misunderstandings.
- The school should improve how fundamental skills in spelling, handwriting, and grammar are taught to raise the quality of written work.
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 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 25% |
| 2024/25 | 37% |
| 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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