Beal Vale Primary School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Beal Vale Primary School
Beal Vale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Beal Vale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adil Rashid, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7812th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 67 in Oldham.
Beal Vale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beal Vale Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Beal Vale 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Salts Street, Salts Street, Shaw, Oldham, Oldham, OL2 7SY |
| Headteacher | Adil Rashid |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.6% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7812th of 13,686
Nationally
1108th of 2,065
In North West
30th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
60%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beal Vale Primary School
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Contact Information
Salts Street, Salts Street, Shaw, Oldham
Oldham, OL2 7SY
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