St. Theresa's RC Primary School
79%
Capacity
187
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St. Theresa's RC Primary School
St. Theresa's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St. Theresa's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Linda McCombe, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9387th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 67 in Oldham.
St. Theresa's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 13 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 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. Theresa's RC Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, St. Theresa's RC 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Whetstone Hill Road, Oldham, Oldham, OL1 4NA |
| Headteacher | Linda McCombe |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.0% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 236 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9387th of 13,686
Nationally
1355th of 2,065
In North West
38th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
55%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed13
19
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St. Theresa's RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Whetstone Hill Road, Oldham
Oldham, OL1 4NA
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