Bare Trees Primary School
95%
Capacity
662
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bare Trees Primary School
Bare Trees Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 662 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 700 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bare Trees Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Oldham, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12020th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 67 in Oldham.
Bare Trees Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 114 applications for 55 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bare Trees Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Art Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Bare Trees Primary School 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Holly Grove, Oldham, Oldham, OL9 0DX |
| Headteacher | Victoria Oldham |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 662 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 662 / 700 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12020th of 13,686
Nationally
1773rd of 2,065
In North West
56th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
43%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
114
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Holly Grove, Oldham
Oldham, OL9 0DX
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