St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School
93%
Capacity
224
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School
St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 224 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Woodward, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% 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 383rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 67 in Oldham.
St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 29 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School include Library, Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, St Martin's CofE Junior 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | St Martin's Road, Oldham, Oldham, OL8 2PY |
| Headteacher | Helen Woodward |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.3% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 240 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
383rd of 13,686
Nationally
60th of 2,065
In North West
2nd of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
89%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Martin's CofE Junior Infant and Nursery School
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Contact Information
St Martin's Road, Oldham
Oldham, OL8 2PY
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