Oasis Academy Limeside
99%
Capacity
455
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Oasis Academy Limeside
Oasis Academy Limeside is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oasis Academy Limeside "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lauren Norris, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10252nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 67 in Oldham.
Oasis Academy Limeside is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 32 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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 Oasis Academy Limeside include Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Tennis, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Oasis Academy Limeside 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Third Avenue, Oldham, Oldham, OL8 3SB |
| Headteacher | Lauren Norris |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 455 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.1% |
| School Capacity | 455 / 459 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10252nd of 13,686
Nationally
1494th of 2,065
In North West
44th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
52%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Third Avenue, Oldham
Oldham, OL8 3SB
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