St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale
101%
Capacity
319
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 319 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Butterworth, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12475th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 52 in Rochdale.
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 24 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 44% recommending the school (118 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale 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 | Evesham Road, Middleton, Manchester, Rochdale, M24 1PY |
| Headteacher | Joanne Butterworth |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 319 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 319 / 315 (101% 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, 14 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12475th of 13,686
Nationally
1851st of 2,065
In North West
44th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
118 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
72
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale
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Contact Information
Evesham Road, Middleton, Manchester
Rochdale, M24 1PY
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