Thorp Primary School
88%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Thorp Primary School
Thorp 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 208 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thorp Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Graham, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9599th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 67 in Oldham.
Thorp Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 24 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thorp Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Thorp 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 | Westerdale Drive, Oldham, Oldham, OL2 5TY |
| Headteacher | Lisa Graham |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.9% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 236 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Aug 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9599th of 13,686
Nationally
1394th of 2,065
In North West
42nd of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
54%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westerdale Drive, Oldham
Oldham, OL2 5TY
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