Sandbrook Community Primary School
95%
Capacity
598
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Sandbrook Community Primary School
Sandbrook Community 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 598 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sandbrook Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Brereton, it falls under Rochdale 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 10158th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 52 in Rochdale.
Sandbrook Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 76 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 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 Sandbrook Community Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Sandbrook Community 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 | Hartley Lane, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL11 2LR |
| Headteacher | Sarah Brereton |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 598 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.6% |
| School Capacity | 598 / 630 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Feb 2020Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10158th of 13,686
Nationally
1472nd of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed76
148
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hartley Lane, Rochdale
Rochdale, OL11 2LR
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