St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School
St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Russell Learmont, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 530th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 67 in Oldham.
St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (62 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, St Anne's CofE Lydgate 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Cedar Lane, Oldham, Oldham, OL4 4DS |
| Headteacher | Russell Learmont |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.3% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
530th of 13,686
Nationally
78th of 2,065
In North West
3rd of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
87%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
62 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% 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 Lydgate Primary School
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Contact Information
Cedar Lane, Oldham
Oldham, OL4 4DS
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