Littlemoor Primary School
94%
Capacity
321
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Littlemoor Primary School
Littlemoor 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 321 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 341 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Littlemoor Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Claire Kelly, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12506th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 58th out of 67 in Oldham.
Littlemoor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 27 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Littlemoor Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Littlemoor 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 | Littlemoor Lane, Oldham, Oldham, OL4 2RR |
| Headteacher | Claire Kelly |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 321 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.5% |
| School Capacity | 321 / 341 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12506th of 13,686
Nationally
1855th of 2,065
In North West
58th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
40%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Littlemoor Lane, Oldham
Oldham, OL4 2RR
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