Hopwood Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Hopwood Community Primary School
Hopwood Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Harland, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2874th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 52 in Rochdale.
Hopwood Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 173 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
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 Hopwood Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Swimming, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Coding, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Hopwood Community 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Magdala Street, Heywood, Rochdale, OL10 2HN |
| Headteacher | Sarah Harland |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2874th of 13,686
Nationally
405th of 2,065
In North West
8th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
75%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
173
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Magdala Street, Heywood
Rochdale, OL10 2HN
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