Harwood Park Primary School
75%
Capacity
317
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Harwood Park Primary School
Harwood Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 317 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Harwood Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Davies, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10302nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 52 in Rochdale.
Harwood Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 26 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Harwood Park Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harwood Park Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Harwood Park 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hardfield Street, Heywood, Rochdale, OL10 1DG |
| Headteacher | Amanda Davies |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 317 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.0% |
| School Capacity | 317 / 420 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10302nd of 13,686
Nationally
1505th of 2,065
In North West
35th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
52%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
78
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hardfield Street, Heywood
Rochdale, OL10 1DG
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