St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
304
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 304 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Bishop, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8178th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 52 in Rochdale.
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 41 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, St Patrick's Roman Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Foxholes Road, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL12 0ET |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Bishop |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 304 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.6% |
| School Capacity | 304 / 315 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8178th of 13,686
Nationally
1172nd of 2,065
In North West
28th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
59%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Foxholes Road, Rochdale
Rochdale, OL12 0ET
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