Horton Mill Community Primary School
94%
Capacity
239
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Horton Mill Community Primary School
Horton Mill Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 253 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Horton Mill Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Zaira Cook, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12661st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 67 in Oldham.
Horton Mill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 29 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Horton Mill Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 64% recommending the school (14 responses).
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 Horton Mill Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Horton Mill 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Southlink, Oldham, Oldham, OL4 1GL |
| Headteacher | Zaira Cook |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.1% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 253 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12661st of 13,686
Nationally
1888th of 2,065
In North West
62nd of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Horton Mill Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Southlink, Oldham
Oldham, OL4 1GL
Southlink, Oldham
Oldham, OL4 1GL
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