Brimrod Community Primary School
93%
Capacity
219
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Brimrod Community Primary School
Brimrod 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 219 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brimrod Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Thompson, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2974th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 52 in Rochdale.
Brimrod Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 20 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brimrod Community Primary School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Brimrod 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 | Holborn Street, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL11 4NB |
| Headteacher | Louise Thompson |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.5% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 236 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2974th of 13,686
Nationally
425th of 2,065
In North West
9th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
74%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
71
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Holborn Street, Rochdale
Rochdale, OL11 4NB
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