Bamford Academy
92%
Capacity
360
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Bamford Academy
Bamford Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 360 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 390 places).
Ofsted has rated Bamford Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Gaskell, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6071st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 52 in Rochdale.
Bamford Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 50 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bamford Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Bamford Academy is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Belgium Street, Manchester, Rochdale, OL11 5PS |
| Headteacher | Samantha Gaskell |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 360 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 360 / 390 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6071st of 13,686
Nationally
873rd of 2,065
In North West
21st of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bamford Academy
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Contact Information
Belgium Street, Manchester
Rochdale, OL11 5PS
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