St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton
St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pamela Hartley, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1176th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 67 in Oldham.
St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Gymnastics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton 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 | Rushcroft Road, Oldham, Oldham, OL2 7PP |
| Headteacher | Pamela Hartley |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.2% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1176th of 13,686
Nationally
143rd of 2,065
In North West
5th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
82%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's CofE Primary School High Crompton
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Contact Information
Rushcroft Road, Oldham
Oldham, OL2 7PP
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