Hey-with-Zion Primary School
93%
Capacity
298
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Hey-with-Zion Primary School
Hey-with-Zion Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Methodist primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 298 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 320 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hey-with-Zion Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sara Machin, it falls under Oldham local authority.
Hey-with-Zion Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 40 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hey-with-Zion Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Hey-with-Zion 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 | Church of England/Methodist |
| Address | Rowland Way, Oldham, Oldham, OL4 3LQ |
| Headteacher | Sara Machin |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 298 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.4% |
| School Capacity | 298 / 320 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Apr 2013. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rowland Way, Oldham
Oldham, OL4 3LQ
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