Royton Hall Primary School
84%
Capacity
329
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Royton Hall Primary School
Royton Hall 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 329 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 391 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Royton Hall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Charlton, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8521st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 67 in Oldham.
Royton Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 40 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Royton Hall Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (22 responses).
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 Royton Hall Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Art Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Royton Hall 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 | High Barn Street, Oldham, Oldham, OL2 6RW |
| Headteacher | Sarah Charlton |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 329 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.7% |
| School Capacity | 329 / 391 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8521st of 13,686
Nationally
1214th of 2,065
In North West
34th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Royton Hall Primary School
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Contact Information
High Barn Street, Oldham
Oldham, OL2 6RW
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