St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford
110%
Capacity
231
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford
St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Melanie Barratt, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3223rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 52 in Rochdale.
St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 30 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
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 Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford 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 | Bury and Rochdale Old Road, Heywood, Rochdale, OL10 4BB |
| Headteacher | Melanie Barratt |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.6% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3223rd of 13,686
Nationally
458th of 2,065
In North West
11th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
73%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
147
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford
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Contact Information
Bury and Rochdale Old Road, Heywood
Rochdale, OL10 4BB
Bury and Rochdale Old Road, Heywood
Rochdale, OL10 4BB
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