Diggle School
85%
Capacity
179
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Diggle School
Diggle School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 179 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Diggle School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Newton, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2481st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 67 in Oldham.
Diggle School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Diggle School has very good reviews on SchoolParrot (4.2/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Diggle School include Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Diggle 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 | Sam Road, Oldham, Oldham, OL3 5PU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Newton |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.9% |
| School Capacity | 179 / 210 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2481st of 13,686
Nationally
337th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
76%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Diggle School
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Contact Information
Sam Road, Oldham
Oldham, OL3 5PU
Journey to School
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