South Failsworth Community Primary School
105%
Capacity
440
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About South Failsworth Community Primary School
South Failsworth Community 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 440 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Failsworth Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Murray, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8889th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 67 in Oldham.
South Failsworth Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 53 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 South Failsworth Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Chess, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, South Failsworth 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 | Paddock Lane, Manchester, Oldham, M35 0NY |
| Headteacher | Alison Murray |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 440 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 440 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8889th of 13,686
Nationally
1264th of 2,065
In North West
35th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
57%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Paddock Lane, Manchester
Oldham, M35 0NY
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