Broadfield Community Primary School
89%
Capacity
400
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Broadfield Community Primary School
Broadfield 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 400 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 447 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Broadfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel D'ardis, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10391st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 52 in Rochdale.
Broadfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 34 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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 Broadfield Community Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Broadfield 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 | Sparrow Hill, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL16 1QT |
| Headteacher | Rachel D'ardis |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 400 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.3% |
| School Capacity | 400 / 447 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10391st of 13,686
Nationally
1529th of 2,065
In North West
38th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
51%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sparrow Hill, Rochdale
Rochdale, OL16 1QT
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