Shawclough Community Primary School
106%
Capacity
444
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Shawclough Community Primary School
Shawclough Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 444 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shawclough Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joseph Doyle, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6908th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 52 in Rochdale.
Shawclough Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 34 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shawclough Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Shawclough 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Thrum Hall Lane, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL12 6DE |
| Headteacher | Joseph Doyle |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 444 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 444 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6908th of 13,686
Nationally
994th of 2,065
In North West
22nd of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thrum Hall Lane, Rochdale
Rochdale, OL12 6DE
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