Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School
79%
Capacity
335
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School
Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 335 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Vyse, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12215th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 52 in Rochdale.
Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 33 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 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 Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Meanwood Community Nursery and 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 | Churchill Street, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL12 7DJ |
| Headteacher | Helen Vyse |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 335 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.0% |
| School Capacity | 335 / 424 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12215th of 13,686
Nationally
1806th of 2,065
In North West
43rd of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
42%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Churchill Street, Rochdale
Rochdale, OL12 7DJ
Journey to School
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