Stanley Road Primary School
95%
Capacity
450
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Stanley Road Primary School
Stanley Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stanley Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Howarth, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4046th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 67 in Oldham.
Stanley Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 55 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 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 Stanley Road Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Stanley Road 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Derby Street, Oldham, Oldham, OL9 7HX |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Howarth |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.4% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 472 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4046th of 13,686
Nationally
582nd of 2,065
In North West
12th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
70%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Derby Street, Oldham
Oldham, OL9 7HX
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