St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School
102%
Capacity
285
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School
St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 285 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Hilary Henderson, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12709th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 67 in Oldham.
St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 38 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (16 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 St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, Tennis, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, St Anne's CofE (Aided) 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Ormerod Avenue, St Anne's Primary School, Oldham, Oldham, OL2 5DH |
| Headteacher | Hilary Henderson |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 285 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.9% |
| School Capacity | 285 / 280 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12709th of 13,686
Nationally
1894th of 2,065
In North West
63rd of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Ormerod Avenue, St Anne's Primary School, Oldham
Oldham, OL2 5DH
Ormerod Avenue, St Anne's Primary School, Oldham
Oldham, OL2 5DH
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