Springhead Infant and Nursery School
72%
Capacity
149
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Springhead Infant and Nursery School
Springhead Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 149 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Springhead Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Kay, it falls under Oldham local authority.
Springhead Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 35 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Springhead Infant and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Springhead Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cooper Street, Oldham, Oldham, OL4 4QT |
| Headteacher | Gillian Kay |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 149 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 149 / 207 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cooper Street, Oldham
Oldham, OL4 4QT
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