Broadfield Primary School
97%
Capacity
388
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Broadfield Primary School
Broadfield Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 388 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 399 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Broadfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Moran, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8160th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 67 in Oldham.
Broadfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 45 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broadfield Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Broadfield 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Goddard Street, Oldham, Oldham, OL8 1LH |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Moran |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 388 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.3% |
| School Capacity | 388 / 399 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Nov 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8160th of 13,686
Nationally
1167th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
59%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Goddard Street, Oldham
Oldham, OL8 1LH
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