Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School
86%
Capacity
103
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School
Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Methodist primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 103 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Taylor-Smith, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13436th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 52 in Rochdale.
Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 7 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church 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 | Church of England/Methodist |
| Address | Todmorden Road, Littleborough, Rochdale, OL15 9PR |
| Headteacher | Donna Taylor-Smith |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 103 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.9% |
| School Capacity | 103 / 120 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13436th of 13,686
Nationally
2021st of 2,065
In North West
52nd of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
25%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
21
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stansfield Hall Church of England / Methodist Church Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Todmorden Road, Littleborough
Rochdale, OL15 9PR
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