Crossgates Primary School
100%
Capacity
314
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Crossgates Primary School
Crossgates Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 314 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Crossgates Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Danielle Mitchell, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1938th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 52 in Rochdale.
Crossgates Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 39 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crossgates Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Crossgates 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Kiln Lane, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL16 3HB |
| Headteacher | Danielle Mitchell |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 314 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 314 / 315 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1938th of 13,686
Nationally
250th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
78%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crossgates Primary School
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Contact Information
Kiln Lane, Rochdale
Rochdale, OL16 3HB
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