Greenacres Primary Academy
123%
Capacity
259
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Greenacres Primary Academy
Greenacres Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 259 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (123% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greenacres Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Thornton, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6507th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 67 in Oldham.
Greenacres Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 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 Greenacres Primary Academy include Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Greenacres Primary Academy 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 | Dunkerley Street, Oldham, Oldham, OL4 2AX |
| Headteacher | Katie Thornton |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 259 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.5% |
| School Capacity | 259 / 210 (123% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6507th of 13,686
Nationally
929th of 2,065
In North West
25th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
64%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Greenacres Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Dunkerley Street, Oldham
Oldham, OL4 2AX
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