Glodwick Infant and Nursery School
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Capacity
360
Pupils
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Demand
About Glodwick Infant and Nursery School
Glodwick Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 360 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Jane E A Brierley, it falls under Oldham local authority.
Glodwick Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 90 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Glodwick Infant and Nursery School include Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Glodwick Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Glodwick Road, Greater Manchester, Oldham, OL4 1AJ |
| Headteacher | Jane E A Brierley |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 360 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 360 / 360 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
131
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glodwick Road, Greater Manchester
Oldham, OL4 1AJ
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