Best 3 Primary schools in Oldham – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Westwood Academy (Primary) in Oldham; Glodwick Infant and Nursery School (Primary) in Greater Manchester; Corpus Christi RC Primary School (Primary) in Oldham — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Westwood Academy, Glodwick Infant and Nursery School and Corpus Christi RC Primary School. They are primary phase and academy sponsor led, community school and voluntary aided school type located around Oldham, Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester and Oldham, Lancashire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Westwood Academy), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Westwood Academy (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 950, typical FSM 30–35%, range 20–25%–45–50%; all within the THE HARMONY TRUST LTD trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Westwood Academy OL9 6BH	Glodwick Infant and Nursery School OL4 1AJ	Corpus Christi RC Primary School OL9 7HA
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy sponsor led	Primary • Community school	Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location	Oldham Greater Manchester OL9 6BH	Greater Manchester Greater Manchester OL4 1AJ	Oldham Lancashire OL9 7HA
Latest Ofsted	1 20 Jun 2024	1 11 Mar 2019	1 23 Dec 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	240	360	280
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	THE HARMONY TRUST LTD	Oldham (353)	Oldham (353)
Website	www.westwood.theharmonytrust.org	www.glodwick.oldham.sch.uk	www.corpuschristi.oldham.sch.uk
Telephone	01616274257	01618238610	01616521275
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Westwood Academy

OL9 6BH

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Oldham
Greater Manchester
OL9 6BH
Ofsted: 1 20 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE HARMONY TRUST LTD
Website: www.westwood.theharmonytrust.org
Telephone: 01616274257

Glodwick Infant and Nursery School

OL4 1AJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester
OL4 1AJ
Ofsted: 1 11 Mar 2019
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Oldham (353)
Website: www.glodwick.oldham.sch.uk
Telephone: 01618238610

Corpus Christi RC Primary School

OL9 7HA

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Oldham
Lancashire
OL9 7HA
Ofsted: 1 23 Dec 2015
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Oldham (353)
Website: www.corpuschristi.oldham.sch.uk
Telephone: 01616521275

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.