Boarshaw Community Primary School
105%
Capacity
468
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Boarshaw Community Primary School
Boarshaw Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 468 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Boarshaw Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jackie Harland, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11288th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 52 in Rochdale.
Boarshaw Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 34 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Boarshaw Community Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Boarshaw Community Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Boarshaw Community 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 | Stanycliffe Lane, Stanycliffe Lane Middleton Manchester, MANCHESTER, Rochdale, M24 2PB |
| Headteacher | Jackie Harland |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 468 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.9% |
| School Capacity | 468 / 446 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11288th of 13,686
Nationally
1664th of 2,065
In North West
41st of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stanycliffe Lane, Stanycliffe Lane Middleton Manchester, MANCHESTER
Rochdale, M24 2PB
Stanycliffe Lane, Stanycliffe Lane Middleton Manchester, MANCHESTER
Rochdale, M24 2PB
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