Lowerplace Primary School

About Lowerplace Primary School

Lowerplace 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 560 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 570 places).

Ofsted has rated Lowerplace Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Martin, it falls under Rochdale local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12633rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 52 in Rochdale.

Lowerplace Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 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 Lowerplace Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Lowerplace 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.

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