Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School
91%
Capacity
191
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School
Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Beverley O'Neill, it falls under Oldham local authority.
Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 12 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery 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 | Blackshaw Lane, Royton, Oldham, Oldham, OL2 6NT |
| Headteacher | Beverley O'Neill |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.8% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 210 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blackshaw Lane, Royton, Oldham
Oldham, OL2 6NT
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