Medlock Valley Primary School
94%
Capacity
322
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Medlock Valley Primary School
Medlock Valley 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 322 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 341 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Medlock Valley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Ball & Joanne Backhouse, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9285th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 67 in Oldham.
Medlock Valley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 32 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Medlock Valley Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Medlock Valley 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 | Deanshut Road, Oldham, Oldham, OL8 2PN |
| Headteacher | Michael Ball & Joanne Backhouse |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 322 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.6% |
| School Capacity | 322 / 341 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
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 (55%)
9285th of 13,686
Nationally
1335th of 2,065
In North West
37th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
42
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Deanshut Road, Oldham
Oldham, OL8 2PN
Journey to School
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