Whittaker Moss Primary School
Rochdale, OL11 5XP · Rochdale · primary school
6th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,030 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.6/10 among them, against 7.8/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Get to know the school
How it's doing. In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. Only 14.0% reached the higher standard. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.6 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom. Pupils join clubs including Running, Chess, Musical Theatre, and Rugby. They attend trips to the pantomime, Young Shakespeare, and Touchstones, plus a residential stay at an activity centre. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in. The school has 443 pupils in a capacity of 436, meaning it is over capacity by 7. The school is over its stated capacity, so places are competitive.
Worth asking on a visit. How does the school manage the 7 places over capacity during the academic year? What specific support is offered to pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How are the numerous clubs scheduled to ensure all pupils can participate?
Written by AI from this school's published results, inspection record and its own website — not by Ofsted, the school, or SchoolsGPT staff. Every figure above comes from the sources on this page. Check anything that matters with the school.
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.
Loading full school details…
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT