Moorhouse Academy
86%
Capacity
207
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Moorhouse Academy
Moorhouse Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Moorhouse Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Milnes, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11086th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 52 in Rochdale.
Moorhouse Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 27 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Moorhouse Academy include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Moorhouse Academy 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 | Crossley Street, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL16 4DR |
| Headteacher | Kelly Milnes |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.0% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 240 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11086th of 13,686
Nationally
1630th of 2,065
In North West
40th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
48%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crossley Street, Rochdale
Rochdale, OL16 4DR
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